Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M2.8 earthquake 4 km ESE of Cowles, Nebraska
A magnitude 2.8 earthquake struck 4 km ESE of Cowles, Nebraska at May 9, 2026, 03:09 UTC, at a depth of 5 km. The epicentre was 47 km (29 mi) S of Hastings. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 2.8 mb_lg |
|---|---|
| Time | May 9, 2026, 03:09 UTC |
| Depth | 5.0 km |
| Coordinates | 40.162, -98.396 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9 | 7 km E of Cowles, Nebraska | 3 km / 2 mi | depth 5 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.