Earthquakes continue to shake Lyon County

FERNLEY, Nev. (KOLO) – Fernley is as soon as once more experiencing some rumbling of the earth Sunday morning, in accordance to a North Lyon Fire Facebook publish.

“Several small earthquakes have been felt already today, originating from the same area southeast of town as last week’s earthquake,” the publish mentioned.

From 11:07 pm, on Saturday, April 18, to 10:21 am on Sunday, there have been about 90 earthquakes in Northern Nevada starting from a magnitude .9 to a 4.5, in accordance to the Nevada Seismological Laboratory on the University of Nevada, Reno.

Emergency personnel are actively inspecting crucial infrastructure and, presently, there have been no vital stories of harm, in accordance to an 11 a.m. Sunday Lyon County, Nev., Facebook publish.

Following an earthquake, the fireplace division requested residents to verify for accidents, present first assist, and name 911 for life-threatening emergencies.

Also, search for structural harm earlier than transferring round, and be cautious of falling particles, damaged glass, and unstable surfaces.

If the construction is broken, evacuate fastidiously and transfer to a protected, open space.

Firefighters ask residents to be alert to the odor of fuel or hissing sounds. If a fuel leak is suspected, depart instantly and notify authorities.

Residents needs to be alert to broken electrical wiring or sparks, and extinguish small fires whether it is protected to accomplish that.

“As always, your North Lyon Firefighters stand ready,” the publish mentioned. “Stay safe, stay alert, and take care of each other.”