Magnitude 4.7 earthquake jolts Los Angeles area
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake shook the Los Angeles area on Thursday morning, impacting millions of people throughout the region. The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake occurred at 7:28 a.m., with its epicenter located 4.3 miles north of Malibu at a depth of nearly seven miles.
Initially, the earthquake was recorded as a magnitude 5.1 before being downgraded to 4.6, and finally settled at 4.7. Residents from various areas, including the Inland Empire, Orange County, Santa Barbara County, and San Diego County, reported feeling the tremor. According to seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones, the strongest shaking occurred along the west side of Los Angeles and was widely felt.
Following the main quake, two aftershocks measuring 2.8 and 3.4 were recorded. The Los Angeles Fire Department quickly activated Earthquake Mode but completed its safety checks by 8:30 a.m., reporting no injuries or infrastructure damage. The California Highway Patrol noted that debris, including rocks and dirt, fell onto Malibu Canyon Road near Piuma Road, temporarily disrupting traffic until Public Works cleared the area.
Although California has experienced more earthquakes than usual this year, Dr. Jones emphasized that no definitive pattern has been established, explaining that earthquake occurrences remain random and unpredictable. California, second only to Alaska in annual earthquake activity, is well-known for its seismic events.
What to Do During an Earthquake
Experts stress the importance of taking immediate action during an earthquake to minimize injury. The California Department of Public Health recommends the following steps:
Drop Get down on your hands and knees to prevent being knocked over, staying low in case you need to crawl to safety.
Magnitude 4.7 earthquake jolts Los Angeles area
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake shook the Los Angeles area on Thursday morning, impacting millions of people throughout the region. The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake occurred at 7:28 a.m., with its epicenter located 4.3 miles north of Malibu at a depth of nearly seven miles.
Initially, the earthquake was recorded as a magnitude 5.1 before being downgraded to 4.6, and finally settled at 4.7. Residents from various areas, including the Inland Empire, Orange County, Santa Barbara County, and San Diego County, reported feeling the tremor. According to seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones, the strongest shaking occurred along the west side of Los Angeles and was widely felt.
Following the main quake, two aftershocks measuring 2.8 and 3.4 were recorded. The Los Angeles Fire Department quickly activated Earthquake Mode but completed its safety checks by 8:30 a.m., reporting no injuries or infrastructure damage. The California Highway Patrol noted that debris, including rocks and dirt, fell onto Malibu Canyon Road near Piuma Road, temporarily disrupting traffic until Public Works cleared the area.
Although California has experienced more earthquakes than usual this year, Dr. Jones emphasized that no definitive pattern has been established, explaining that earthquake occurrences remain random and unpredictable. California, second only to Alaska in annual earthquake activity, is well-known for its seismic events.
What to Do During an Earthquake
Experts stress the importance of taking immediate action during an earthquake to minimize injury. The California Department of Public Health recommends the following steps:
Drop Get down on your hands and knees to prevent being knocked over, staying low in case you need to crawl to safety.
Cover Protect your head and neck with one arm, and if possible, take cover under a sturdy table or desk. If no shelter is available, move next to an interior wall away from windows, staying low to protect vital organs.
Hold On Hold on to your shelter until the shaking stops, and be prepared to move with it if it shifts.
Following these steps can greatly reduce the risk of injury during an earthquake.
Following these steps can greatly reduce the risk of injury during an earthquake.
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