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Earthquake strikes just off coast of Los Angeles as floors shake Sunday morning
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- A 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Los Angeles near Hermosa Beach at 8:40 a.m. Sunday, occurring about 6 miles deep and causing weak shaking felt across the South Bay.
- The USGS reported no major damage or injuries and did not issue a tsunami warning; hundreds of residents submitted "Did You Feel It?" reports following the quake.
- This event follows two smaller earthquakes earlier Sunday and is part of ongoing seismic activity in Southern California, where more than 60 low-magnitude quakes were recorded recently.
- Scientists continue to warn that California’s major fault systems, including the southern San Andreas Fault, have the potential to produce much larger, destructive earthquakes.
- Research highlights areas like Cajon Pass as critical zones where fault interactions could influence the spread of future major ruptures, emphasizing the importance of preparedness in the region.
