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Rocky Point area hit by 3 earthquakes

All three quakes happened in the span of an hour, USGS data shows.
Credit: USGS
Rocky Point was hit by three earthquakes on Feb. 28.

PUERTO PEÑASCO, Sonora — Puerto Peñasco, widely known as Rocky Point, was hit with three earthquakes Wednesday, according to the United States Geological Survey.

All three quakes were magnitude 4.0 or less and happened in the span of an hour, USGS data shows. 

Magnitude 3.5

  • When: Feb. 28, 18:14:53 (UTC)
  • Where: 107 km SE of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX
  • 31.418°N 114.331°W
  • 6.0 km depth
  • More info

Magnitude 4.0

  • When: Feb. 28, 17:38:24 (UTC)
  • Where: 108 km SE of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX
  • 31.397°N 114.356°W
  • 6.0 km depth
  • More info

Magnitude 3.1 

  • When: Feb. 28, 17:25:26 (UTC) 
  • Where: 107 km SE of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX
  • 31.410°N 114.338°W
  • 6.0 km depth
  • More info

There have been no reports of damage. 

What to do during an earthquake

The American Red Cross says the following: 

  • When shaking starts, DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON to protect yourself
  • If you are in bed, STAY there and COVER your head and neck with a pillow.
  • If you are outdoors, drop, then crawl towards open space if you can. Stay away from buildings, power lines, and trees.
  • If you are driving, stop and stay in your vehicle. Avoid stopping near buildings, trees, overpasses, and utility wires. Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped. Avoid bridges or ramps.
  • If you are in a wheelchair or use a walker, lock your wheels, and remain seated until the shaking stops. If you are unable to drop, brace yourself and protect your head and neck. Protect your head and neck with your arms, a pillow, a book, or whatever is available

>> This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

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