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M2.6 earthquake 15 km SSW of Sawpit, Colorado

A magnitude 2.6 earthquake struck 15 km SSW of Sawpit, Colorado at May 16, 2026, 11:41 UTC, at a depth of 9 km. The epicentre was 69 km (43 mi) NNW of Durango.

Details

Magnitude2.6 ml
TimeMay 16, 2026, 11:41 UTC
Depth9.0 km
Coordinates37.875, -108.093
Felt reports0
Tsunami flagNone
SourceUSGS event page
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