Earthquake today in South California Los Angeles now: An earthquake shook Southern California. The quake struck just after 11:30 p.m. and was initially rated as a magnitude-4.6 temblor, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. It was centered about 1.8 miles west southwest of El Monte. There are no injuries being reported, law enforcement agencies added. People are searching earthquake near me or earthquake 5 minutes ago in California on their phone soon after the earthquake.
Yes. A M4.6 2 mi WSW of El Monte at 11:38. Almost the same location as the M5.9 Whittier Narrows earthquake in 1987
— Dr. Lucy Jones (@DrLucyJones) September 19, 2020
She also said, “A good reminder that earthquakes really can happen just about anywhere – they just happen much less frequently in places like Michigan.”
The focal mechanism just came in – East-striking thrust fault. Just like 1987
— Dr. Lucy Jones (@DrLucyJones) September 19, 2020
“What a jolt! We felt it too,” tweeted the San Gabriel Police Department, located very close to the epicenter. “No damage or injuries reported so far. No need to call 9-1-1 unless you have an emergency.”
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Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti tweeted the same. He added, “The City of Long Beach is monitoring the earthquake and is conducting a critical facilities check to ensure structure safety across the city. Please continue to stay safe and always be prepared.”
The City of Long Beach is monitoring the earthquake and is conducting a critical facilities check to ensure structure safety across the city. Please continue to stay safe and always be prepared.
— Office of Mayor Rex Richardson (@LongBeachMayor) September 19, 2020
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