Small magnitude earthquake strikes northwest of Templeton
Posted: 7:20 am, April 20, 2015 by News Staff
A 3.3 magnitude earthquake struck approximately 9 miles northwest of Templeton
At approximately 2:28 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, a 3.3 magnitude earthquake struck approximately 9 miles northwest of Templeton, according to the United States Geological Survey’s website. Residents from Paso Robles to Atascadero reported feeling the temblor.
According to the USGS, 3.0 to 3.9 magnetite earthquakes are considered minor earthquakes. Earthquakes below 2.5 are not typically felt.
No subsequent earthquakes were reported in the area.
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