Janice R. Andrews
An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 struck Los Angeles, California, early on Monday afternoon. This is the second major earthquake to strike the state in less than a week. The epicenter of today’s earthquake, which struck roughly 7.5 miles below the surface at 12:20 p.m. PT, was found in Highland Park, close to Pasadena, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
The earthquakes were felt by people in Ventura, San Diego, and all around Southern California. Ventura, which is around 80 miles distant from Highland Park, and San Diego, which is about 125 miles away, both felt the effects of the earthquake. Only a few days have passed since the region was rocked by an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 on August 6.
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) quickly carried out an assessment to see whether the city’s infrastructure had sustained any damage after the earthquake. Thankfully, no reports of serious injuries or damage have surfaced. Normal operations have resumed, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass verified on social media that the LAFD had not found any damage in the city. Furthermore, the National Weather Service verified that a tsunami was not a concern in the wake of the earthquake.
Reactions from Californians who felt the tremors flooded social media. During a live ESPN broadcast, anchor Malika Andrews displayed remarkable poise despite the tremors that rocked the network’s Los Angeles studio.
This morning’s earthquake, the second to strike California in as many weeks, serves as a reminder of the region’s seismic activity and the significance of preparation for those living throughout the state.
