Did Malibu trigger Earth's own afterparty? Join us as we shake things up with the latest on this magnitude 4.7 tremor that rocked Southern California!
A magnitude-4.7 earthquake near Malibu jolted the tranquil morning routine of many in Los Angeles and beyond. This seismic shake-up occurred at 7:28 a.m. and was centered just four miles north of Malibu, causing significant rumblings felt far and wide. With boulders tumbling onto roads and a noticeable sway in high-rise buildings, it’s safe to say that this was no ordinary Thursday in the City of Angels! As if inspired by a Hollywood blockbuster, many residents were left wondering whether to grab their snacks or duck and cover.
The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed that this was the 14th seismic event of its kind this year in Southern California, with at least one quake reaching a magnitude of 4 or higher. Earthquakes aren’t just plot twists in local movies; they seem to be an ongoing theme this year, leaving locals on the edge of their seats. Thankfully, the earthquake preparedness alerts helped millions across the region stay safe, sending out precautionary notifications to ensure everyone was ready to 'Drop, Cover, and Hold On' when the ground began to shake.
In the spirit of good humor, it feels like the Earth might be auditioning for a reality show where surprise entertainment is the name of the game. If only we could negotiate some less-dramatic script changes! As the seismic activity continues, experts are keeping a close watch, discussing the potential implications of these seismic spurts. Is LA gearing up for the 'big one'? While the experts weigh in, L.A. residents may want to keep a continuous lookout for more shaking in the future.
In the midst of this natural phenomenon, let's sprinkle some fun facts into the mix! Did you know that the 6.7 magnitude Northridge earthquake in 1994 was one of the most damaging in U.S. history, causing over $44 billion in losses? And here’s another tidbit: California experiences around 10,000 earthquakes each year, although most are too small to be felt by humans! So while Malibu may have rocked the headlines this week, just remember it's all in a day’s work for the Golden State!
An earthquake today near Malibu caused shaking in Los Angeles and other parts of Southern California.
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A 4.7 magnitude earthquake centered in Malibu, California, rocked the Los Angeles area Thursday morning.
Staff of the Georgian Institute of Earth Sciences and National Seismic Monitoring Centre conduct a geological survey. Image: Ilia State University.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A 4.7 magnitude earthquake rattled the Los Angeles area Thursday morning, unleashing boulders onto a Malibu road, visibly shaking Santa ...
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