4.1-magnitude earthquake hits Kern County's Frazier Park area; 2.9 aftershock follows, USGS says

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4.1-magnitude earthquake hits Kern County’s Frazier Park area; 2.9 aftershock follows, USGS says

Olivia Bennett Jul 13, 2026 0

A magnitude-4.1 earthquake struck the Frazier Park area in Kern County early Sunday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The earthquake hit just after 3:30 a.m. about 1 mile southeast of Frazier Park, the USGS said. The USGS ShakeAlert system also activated.

The quake initially registered at magnitude 4.2 before the USGS downgraded it to 4.1.

A magnitude-2.9 aftershock followed in the area just before 11 a.m., the USGS reported.

Neither quake immediately produced reports of injuries or damage.

Frazier Park sits along the Interstate 5 corridor in the mountains of southwestern Kern County, about 70 miles north of Los Angeles.

Olivia Bennett

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Olivia Bennett is a contributing writer for the Meigs Independent Press, where she covers community stories, local government, and features that highlight the people of Meigs County. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, she enjoys bringing untold stories to light in a way that connects with readers. When she’s not reporting, Olivia can often be found exploring the Ohio River Valley, volunteering at local events, or working on her next creative project.