Southern California Earthquake Data Center at Caltech
Recent Earthquakes in California and Nevada
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Today's Earthquakes in LA and Southern California
Recent Earthquakes Near LA and Southern California
Greater Los Angeles Area California has had 4 M1.5 or greater earthquakes in the past 24 hours.
A powerful earthquake struck near Los Angeles, California, on Monday afternoon, shaking homes and startling residents for miles.
The earthquake, which was followed two minutes later by a 2.1-magnitude aftershock, was felt more than 100 miles away.
A magnitude-4.4 earthquake hit Los Angeles on Monday afternoon, rattling a wide swath of the city.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A 4.4 magnitude earthquake was strongly felt Monday afternoon from the Los Angeles area all the way to the Mexican border.
The quake struck at 1:12 p.m. Pacific time, with an epicenter in the San Fernando Valley.
There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries.
The earthquake was the largest to hit the Los Angeles area since a 5.1-magnitude temblor in 2014.
Earthquakes are common in California, which is located on the San Andreas Fault, one of the world's most active seismic faults.
The San Andreas Fault runs through the Los Angeles area, and scientists say there is a significant chance of a major earthquake hitting the region in the next few decades.
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