4.2 Magnitude Earthquake in Joshua Tree National Park

4.2 Magnitude Earthquake in Joshua Tree National Park

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on July 22, 2019. It is reproduced in full below.

At 9:26 am, the United States Geological Survey reported a 4.2 magnitude earthquake about 10 miles (16 km) from Twentynine Palms, CA. The earthquake was centered in Joshua Tree National Park near Live Oak.

No injuries or damage have been reported. The park remains open and serving the public.

Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service

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