Magnitude 3.4 earthquake jolts Los Angeles' South Bay
An earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was felt in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County on Tuesday afternoon.The US Geological Survey reported that the tremor occurred at 12:15 PM (local time), with the epicentre located nearly 9 miles west-southwest of Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. The quake originated at a depth of approximately 6.8 miles beneath the surface. According to local media, the tremors were felt in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, and Manhattan Beach.advertisementAs of now, no damage or injuries have been reported in Southern California.CITY SEES SPIKE IN SESMIC ACTIVITY
Los Angeles residents have been feeling more rumbles beneath their feet than usual. From the beaches of Malibu to the streets of North Hollywood, small but noticeable earthquakes have jolted the region.In 2024 and early 2025, Southern California recorded 15 separate earthquake sequences -- the most in 65 years. Two recent tremors, one a magnitude 4.1 near Malibu on March 9, and another a 3.9 in North Hollywood on March 2, were felt widely across the city.The spike in seismic activity has been a concern for locals as Los Angeles sits so close to major fault lines like the San Andreas and Puente Hills.Seismologists say the increase in shaking doesn't necessarily mean the feared 'Big One' is coming soon. But they stated that LA remains vulnerable, not only because of its geology -- a soft, sediment-filled basin that can intensify shaking.advertisement
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