Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M2.9 earthquake 5 km SSW of Assaria, Kansas
A magnitude 2.9 earthquake struck 5 km SSW of Assaria, Kansas at Sep 16, 2026, 21:50 UTC, at a depth of 9 km. The epicentre was 23 km (14 mi) S of Salina. 18 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 2.9 mb_lg |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 16, 2026, 21:50 UTC |
| Depth | 9.5 km |
| Coordinates | 38.635, -97.641 |
| Felt reports | 18 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6 | 7 km ENE of Assaria, Kansas | 13 km / 8 mi | depth 5 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.