Key Highlights
- An earthquake of 3.5 magnitude shook near Rancho Palos Verdes on Sunday, February 22.
- The quake’s origin was in the Pacific Ocean about 14 miles south southwest of Rancho Palos Verdes at around 9:40 p.m.
- People reported feeling it across Orange County, from Huntington Beach to Long Beach and north into Inglewood and Los Angeles.
An Earthquake Shakes the Coast
Rancho Palos Verdes residents got a jolt on Sunday when a 3.5 magnitude earthquake rumbled through the area. The temblor, detected by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) at about 9:40 p.m., had its epicenter some 14 miles south southwest of Rancho Palos Verdes in the Pacific Ocean.
Waves of Reports
The Did You Feel It? app on the USGS map showed widespread reports, with people feeling it from Huntington Beach down to Long Beach and north into Inglewood and Los Angeles. The earthquake’s depth was recorded at about 6.7 miles, adding a layer of intrigue to its intensity.
No Damage Reported
Fortunately, the Rancho Palos Verdes area reported no immediate damage from the quake. This could be due to several factors, including the relatively lower magnitude and the depth of the earthquake, which often mitigates potential harm.
You might think this is new, but… the region has a history of seismic activity, with smaller quakes occurring regularly. While the community remains on edge, it’s worth noting that many areas along the coast are prepared for such events.
