Earthquake strikes Los Angeles and Southern California 

A tremor centered in San Bernardino County's Lytle Creek induces shaking in the San Fernando Valley, Long Beach, Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange County, and elsewhere.
A tremor centered in San Bernardino County's Lytle Creek induces shaking in the San Fernando Valley, Long Beach, Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange County, and elsewhere.

A tremor centered in San Bernardino County’s Lytle Creek induces shaking in the San Fernando Valley, Long Beach, Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange County, and elsewhere.

The Quake Details

A magnitude-4.2 earthquake rattled the mountains east of Los Angeles, centered in the community of Lytle Creek, San Bernardino County.

Extent of Shaking

Reports of shaking were widespread, reaching areas including Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, Riverside, San Bernardino, and parts of Orange County.

Impact and Safety

Thankfully, there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage following the quake.

Geological Significance

The earthquake struck in an area where the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults intersect, historically known for seismic activity.

Historical Context

The location experienced a notable quake in 1970, and five months later, the region was struck by the devastating magnitude-6.5 San Fernando (Sylmar) Earthquake.

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