Magnitude 4.6 earthquake recorded near Indio

"The temblor was immediately followed by several aftershocks, at magnitudes 3.3, 3.4 and 2.9, according to the USGS. The quake had an estimated intensity of V on the modified Mercalli intensity scale, which signifies moderate shaking - strong enough to overturn unstable objects and break windows. The earthquake occurred 10 miles from Coachella, 11 miles from Palm Desert and La Quinta and 13 miles from Rancho Mirage, Calif.."

"In the last 10 days, there have been four earthquakes of magnitude 3.0 or greater centered nearby. An average of 25 earthquakes with magnitudes between 4.0 and 5.0 occur per year in California and Nevada, according to a recent three year data sample. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 1.9 miles. Did you feel this earthquake? Consider reporting what you felt to the USGS."

A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck Riverside County Monday evening, centered seven miles from Indio at a depth of about 1.9 miles. A spokesperson for the Riverside County Fire Department reported no immediate damage. The temblor was followed by several aftershocks measuring 3.3, 3.4 and 2.9. The quake had an estimated intensity of V on the modified Mercalli intensity scale, indicating moderate shaking capable of overturning unstable objects and breaking windows. The epicenter was within 10–13 miles of Coachella, Palm Desert, La Quinta and Rancho Mirage. Four magnitude 3.0+ events occurred nearby in the prior ten days. Consider reporting felt shaking to the USGS.

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