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M2.9 Earthquake — 5 km SSW of Assaria, Kansas

Event time: Last updated: Sep 26, 2026 United States
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Magnitude 2.9 earthquake 5 km SSW of Assaria, Kansas at a depth of 9.7 km, recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey.

Measurements

MagnitudeM2.9
Depth9.7 km
Coordinates38.6386, -97.6344
Region5 km SSW of Assaria, Kansas
Felt Reports18
Tsunami Flag0

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What has changed

  • Magnitude revised from M2.8 to M2.9 — Sep 16, 22:28 UTC by US Geological Survey

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