A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck the southern California area Monday afternoon, about 3 miles from South Pasadena, in response to the US Geological Survey.
The quake, which struck the extremely populated Highland Park neighborhood in east Los Angeles, was first reported as a magnitude 4.6 and later downgraded by the USGS.
The Los Angeles police division warned residents to be ready for aftershocks.
Important earthquake simply felt within the Los Angeles space. Reminder, please use 911 just for emergencies. Be ready for aftershocks.
— LAPD HQ (@LAPDHQ) August 12, 2024
Folks reported feeling it strongly throughout the Los Angeles space. A medical constructing shook and residents mentioned glasses and dishes rattled in lots of locations.
Sports activities and information exhibits that have been filming dwell confirmed commentators rattled by the sudden shaking.
The quake comes lower than per week after a 5.2 magnitude temblor hit southern California and was additionally broadly felt in Los Angeles. That quake precipitated no accidents or main harm.
The Nationwide Climate Service mentioned a tsunami was not anticipated.
Related Press contributed to this report
