M2.6 earthquake — 3 km W of Circleville, Utah
An magnitude 2.6 earthquake occurred 3 km W of Circleville, Utah on Jul 23, 2026 at 08:23 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 5 km — a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes concentrate their energy near the surface, so they tend to produce stronger shaking close to the epicenter.
Event data
| Magnitude | M2.6 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 4.9 km |
| Coordinates | 38.178, -112.314 |
| Time | Jul 23, 08:23 UTC |
| Location | 3 km W of Circleville, Utah |
| USGS event ID | uu80146091 |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2.6 | 29 km | Jul 23, 09:13 UTC | 18 km NNW of Panguitch, Utah |
Earthquake activity in this area
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.