CLAYTON, Idaho — A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck the central mountains of Idaho at around 9:30 a.m. on Monday, with its epicenter located in the Yankee Fork area east of Stanley.
The earthquake, reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), was felt as far away as Twin Falls and Boise, although no damage has been reported due to the remote location of the epicenter.
Claudio Berti, the director of the Idaho Geological Survey, noted that the quake was not on the same fault as the 2020 6.5 magnitude earthquake on the Sawtooth Fault.
"It is a region of many faults and somehow the rugged topography that makes up that area is certainly supported by rocks that move and mountains that show their juvenile behavior," Berti explained.
For some residents in Horseshoe Bend passing through Stanley, the quake was noticeable. "I saw the plants move; it wasn't as impressive as the big one about five years ago," said one resident.
Despite the tremors being felt in distant areas, many in Stanley reported not feeling the earthquake at all. "I didn't hear it, I didn't feel it. I wasn't even aware there was an earthquake," said local resident David Smith.
The Idaho Geological Survey has warned of possible aftershocks and increased avalanche danger following the earthquake. Residents are advised to remain cautious in the coming days.
- Original Report -
An estimated 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Idaho on Monday morning near Stanley — the epicenter was in Clayton, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The earthquake had a depth of 11.4 km, according to USGS.
Multiple people in the Treasure Valley reported feeling the earthquake. An Idaho News 6 reporter who was near Quinn's pond in Boise when it struck said that the T.V. on the wall began to shake and ripples formed in the glass of water sitting on the table.
This region is prone to earthquakes as it sits near the Sawtooth fault in central Idaho. Idaho News 6 reported a 6.5 quake struck the area in March 2020. The earthquake was felt across several western states.
RELATED: People react to historic Idaho quake
So far, there are no reports of any damage.
This is a developing story and we will continue to update here as new information is released.
