A magnitude 3.2 earthquake was recorded near Western Montana on Aug 28, 2026, 2:38:13 AM (2026-08-28T02:38:13.235Z). The earthquake occurred at a depth of 24.3 km with coordinates 47.1550, -113.4515.
Minor — may be felt nearby, no damage expected. This was a magnitude 3.2 earthquake — classed as minor. Magnitude 2.5–3.9 earthquakes are often felt close to the epicentre as a brief jolt or rumble, but very rarely cause damage.
At 24.3 km this is a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes release their energy close to the surface, so shaking is usually stronger and more damaging than a deeper quake of the same magnitude — but it is felt over a smaller area.
Nearest major city: 670 km E of Seattle, United States.
The epicentre was located at 47.1550 latitude and -113.4515 longitude near Western Montana. The earthquake was shallow at 24.3 km depth.
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