Recent Earthquakes in California
Greater Los Angeles Area
In the past 24 hours, the Greater Los Angeles Area in California has experienced two earthquakes with a magnitude of M15 or greater. These earthquakes occurred on Monday afternoon and Monday evening, with the latter being followed by several strong aftershocks.
Southern California
In the past 24 hours, Southern California has experienced a total of four earthquakes with a magnitude of M15 or greater. In addition to the two earthquakes in the Greater Los Angeles Area, two additional earthquakes occurred in the region.
Recent Earthquakes in California and Nevada
In the past 7 days, there have been 48 earthquakes in Southern California. For more information about these earthquakes, click on the earthquake on the map above.
One of the most significant earthquakes in recent days was a magnitude 4.9 earthquake that occurred near Barstow on Monday at 1 pm. This earthquake was widely felt across Southern California.
The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the earthquake was followed by several strong aftershocks, including a magnitude 3.5 aftershock that occurred about 30 minutes later.
The USGS is continuing to monitor the situation and has issued a warning that additional aftershocks are possible.
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