Minor earthquake recorded near Moenkopi
WINDOW ROCK
Early Saturday morning, a magnitude 3.4 earthquake was recorded near Moenkopi, Arizona, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
According to the USGS, the event occurred at 4:09 a.m., with its epicenter just 5.7 miles from the small community. Residents in the area may have felt slight tremors, though no damage or injuries have been reported.
While minor quakes like this are common in the region, they highlight the ongoing tectonic activity shaping the area’s landscape.
For the communities near the Grand Canyon, the event serves as a reminder of the dynamic forces at work beneath the Earth’s surface. Earthquake preparedness remains important, even for smaller events.
No injuries or damages to any structures are reported.
Highway 264,
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