Preliminary Magnitude 3.5 Earthquake Hits Near Los Angeles Coast

A preliminary magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck Southern California on Friday, November 22, 2024, and was felt by residents across the greater Los Angeles region. The quake occurred in the early hours of the day, causing minor disturbances but no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries.

The earthquake is part of a series of seismic activities that have been recorded in the region recently. While the 3.5 magnitude event was notable for its impact on the Los Angeles area, smaller micro earthquakes have also been reported in other parts of California. For instance, a magnitude 0.9 micro earthquake occurred at 4:59:14 AM (PST) on the same day, approximately 23 km (15 miles) SSW of La Quinta, CA.

In addition to these events, other minor earthquakes have been recorded in the state. A magnitude 1.5 earthquake was reported 7 km NNW of The Geysers, CA, with a depth of 3.4 km, on the same day at 17:49:40 UTC.

These earthquakes highlight the ongoing seismic activity in California, a region known for its high earthquake frequency due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.