Recent Earthquake Activity in California

California continues to experience notable seismic activity as multiple earthquakes have been recorded across the state in recent months, underscoring the region’s ongoing earthquake risk.

Most recently, in late June 2025, several earthquakes with magnitudes above 3.0 have been detected throughout California and Nevada, with detailed data available from the Southern California Earthquake Data Center and USGS. These tremors are part of the state’s frequent seismic events due to its complex network of faults, including the well-known San Andreas Fault, Hayward, Calaveras, San Jacinto, and others.

Earlier this year, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near Julian in Southern California in April 2025, causing minor disruptions and a series of aftershocks. The epicenter was about 2 miles south of Julian, approximately 60 miles northeast of San Diego, occurring at a depth of 8 miles. While no major damage was reported, local authorities and Governor Gavin Newsom’s office monitored the situation closely to coordinate emergency responses

In January 2025, Northern California experienced a 4.7 magnitude earthquake, highlighting the persistent seismic threat in the Bay Area and surrounding regions. Additionally, the devastating 7.0 magnitude offshore earthquake near Cape Mendocino in late 2024 raised awareness about tsunami risks and coastal subsidence, which could dramatically alter flood plains and infrastructure along the coast for decades.

Experts emphasize that California’s earthquake risk is ever-present, with the state home to two-thirds of the nation’s earthquake hazard. Residents are urged to prepare by creating safety plans, identifying safe spots in their homes, practicing “Drop, Cover, and Hold On,” and considering earthquake insurance through programs like the California Earthquake Authority