Magnitude 4.4 earthquake rattles Las Vegas area
There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
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INDIAN SPRINGS, Nev. – A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck the Las Vegas area Tuesday evening, followed by at least one aftershock, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The initial earthquake occurred at 8:06 p.m. in Indian Springs, which is approximately 30 miles northwest of Las Vegas. Its depth was recorded at about 8.2 miles.
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A magnitude 2.9 aftershock followed 6 minutes later in the same area.
There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.