SALT LAKE CITY — Seismograph stations from the University of Utah registered a 2.3 magnitude earthquake just after 6 a.m. on Sunday.
The microearthquake was 9.7 kilometers or 6.02 miles in depth.
It occurred about 3 miles northwest of Magna. That’s roughly two miles from the large earthquake that struck on March 18, 2020.
At the time this article was posted, there had been no reports of damage or injuries.
Location of Feb. 21, 2021 earthquake.
Sunday’s earthquake was defined by the University of Utah Seismograph stations as a microearthquake. These small earthquakes typically register less than 2.0 in magnitude. They are rarely felt by people.
For the latest earthquakes in our region, please visit the KSL earthquake tracker.
Utah is “Earthquake Country,” meaning the state is susceptible to earthquakes, especially along the Wasatch Front. It’s important to prepare yourself and your family for an earthquake. Here are some basic tips on earthquake preparedness:
Before an Earthquake
During an Earthquake