A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Yerington, northern Nevada, on Monday at 3:08 p.m. Its epicenter was about 14 miles northeast of the town. The tremor was felt in surrounding areas, including Carson City, Reno, and as far south as Las Vegas. Following the main quake, twelve aftershocks occurred, ranging from 2.5 to 3.6 in magnitude, according to Las Vegas Review-Journal.

A recent earthquake in Nevada was felt widely, including in the Vegas area. "Shaking could be felt on the 17th floor of the Regional Justice Center downtown," a public information officer for Nevada's Eighth Judicial District Court said, as reported by KTNV. The quake affected Yerington, with a population of about 8,231, and its tremors were felt as far as Sacramento, California. The University of Nevada-Reno's Seismology Lab reported several aftershocks, with magnitudes of 3.04 and 3.21. People in Fallon and Fernley also felt the quake, but no damage was reported. This follows a 7.0 magnitude earthquake off northern California's coast.

The sequence of events shows the unpredictability of living in seismically active areas. It serves as a reminder for residents and local authorities to be prepared with an emergency response plan. While the Las Vegas Valley avoided significant damage this time, the Las Vegas Review-Journal points out the region's vulnerability to such events. Updates on impacts will be provided as more information becomes available from local news sources and the U.S. Geological Survey.