Millions of people felt the effects of an earthquake that struck the Los Angeles area on Thursday morning, with an initial magnitude of 4.6.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake struck at 7:28 a.m. with an epicenter 4.3 miles north of Malibu. Its depth was almost seven miles.
The quake initially reported as a magnitude 5.1, before being downgraded to 4.6 then changed to 4.7. Several KTLA viewers reported that they felt the quake in the Inland Empire, Orange County and along the coast.
As of 7:35 a.m., there were no reports of injuries or damages. No additional details were immediately made available.
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.7 rattled Southern California on Thursday morning, in the Malibu area.
The quake struck around 7:28 a.m. at a depth of nearly six miles. It was swiftly demoted from its initial 5.1 rating.
Not too long after, an aftershock measuring 2.8 occurred.
There have been no reports of damage or injuries.
An earthquake centered in the Malibu area with a preliminary magnitude of 4.7 rattled parts of Southern California early Thursday. The quake’s initial magnitude of 5.1 was downgraded to 4.7.
The earthquake was followed by aftershocks with magnitudes of 2.8, 2.4, 1.8, 1.5 and 2.1 with more aftershocks possible in the hours and days ahead. Centered just north of Malibu, shaking from the quake at a depth of about seven miles was reported in Malibu, Hermosa Beach, La Mirada, Anaheim, Santa Monica, the Hollywood Hills and parts of the San Fernando Valley.
No major damage or injuries were reported right away.
Recent weeks have seen a number of earthquakes in Southern California, including one with a magnitude of 5.2 that struck south of Bakersfield.
“Quakes are occurring right now. Not one of them has caused harm. “They’ve all been tiny,” Dr. Lucy Jones, a seismologist, stated. “This is a really good reminder that the quiet of the last couple of decades is not our long-term pictures.”
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck in Southern California early Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The strong quake was recorded about 4.35 miles north of Malibu and about 8 miles from the Los Angeles suburb of Thousand Oaks, according to the USGS. The notable temblor took place just before 7:30 a.m. local time. It was not immediately known if anyone was injured or whether damage was reported.
An earthquake centered in the Malibu area produced shaking Thursday morning in widespread parts of Southern California. The quake’s initial magnitude of 5.1 was soon downgraded to 4.7. It was followed by aftershocks with magnitudes of 2.8, 2.4, 1.8, 1.5 and 2.1 with more aftershocks possible in the hours and days ahead.
Centered just north of Malibu, shaking from the 7:28 a.m. quake at a depth of about seven miles was reported in Malibu, Hermosa Beach, La Mirada, Anaheim, Santa Monica, the Hollywood Hills and parts of the San Fernando Valley. Shaking is more likely to be felt from shallow earthquakes, which are those between 0 and about 40 miles deep.
Dos and Don’t during earthquake
How to Act in Case of an Earthquake
- Repair extensive plaster cracks in ceilings and foundations. If there are indications of structural flaws, consult an expert.
- Fix the ceiling-mounted overhead lighting fittings.
- For construction standards, adhere to the applicable BIS codes in your area.
- Attach shelves firmly to the wall.
- Put bulky or heavy items on the lowest shelf.
- Pack breakables in low, closed cabinets with latches, such as china, glass, and bottled goods.
- Heavy objects, such mirrors and photographs, should be hung away from couches, beds, and other seating areas.
- Support the fan and light fittings overhead.
- Fix faulty gas connections and electrical wiring. These are potential fire concerns.
- LPG cylinders, water heaters, and other items should be fastened to the floor or walls using bolts.
