Parts of Valencia County shaken by 3.8-magnitude earthquake
The earthquake was felt around 11:45 a.m. on Sunday.
Updated: 1:05 PM MDT Jun 14, 2026
A confirmed 3.8-magnitude earthquake occurred Sunday in Valencia County, according to the United States Geological Survey, or USGS.The epicenter of the earthquake was in Abeytas, NM, which is about 10 miles from Jarales. Residents in Belen, Rio Communities and Los Lunas may have also felt the quake around 11:45 a.m. Sunday.A spokesperson with the Valencia County Fire Department says there is no reported damage or injuries at this time.This is a developing story. KOAT will provide updates online and on-air, as we learn more information.
Valencia County, NM —
A confirmed 3.8-magnitude earthquake occurred Sunday in Valencia County, according to the United States Geological Survey, or USGS.
The epicenter of the earthquake was in Abeytas, NM, which is about 10 miles from Jarales. Residents in Belen, Rio Communities and Los Lunas may have also felt the quake around 11:45 a.m. Sunday.
A spokesperson with the Valencia County Fire Department says there is no reported damage or injuries at this time.
This is a developing story. KOAT will provide updates online and on-air, as we learn more information.