Earthquake
Californians brace for aftershocks following biggest earthquake in two decades
Communities in Southern California were bracing for hundreds of aftershocks Saturday after the region was rattled by two of the largest earthquakes felt there in two decades, resulting in multiple fires, punctured water and gas lines and infrastructure damage. Seismologists warned of large aftershocks following Friday’s 7.1-magnitude tremor, which happened just after 8 p.m. local time. The quake was centered 11 …
California earthquake: 7.1 quake rocks Southern California, 150 miles from Los Angeles, as aftershocks follow today – live updates
Southern California residents on edge after second major earthquake Southern California was rattled by another earthquake late Friday evening. The magnitude 7.1 quake caused injuries, sparked fires and closed roadways. The latest earthquake happened just after 8 p.m. local time and was centered in the Mojave Desert near the town of Ridgecrest, which is still …
Here’s What Southern California’s 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Looked Like Interrupting Four Sports Events
Southern California was hit with a 7.1-magnitude earthquake on Friday night, the second quake that part of the country had experienced in two days. The seismic activity was enough to interrupt four sporting events that were going on at the time, including one World Series of Poker tournament that had to be held up for …
Ridgecrest earthquake rocks Southern California: Live updates
Ridgecrest Mayor Peggy Breeden said many of the city’s residents are sleeping outside following the second powerful earthquake to hit their city in just two days. “Many of them have experienced something that is very traumatic, somewhat unknown to most of them and many of them are sleeping outside tonight,” she said. They are fearful …
California earthquake: Patients wheeled out of hospital, some still hooked to their IVs
The 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit 11 miles northeast of Ridgecrest, according to the US Geological Survey. It comes a day after a 6.4-magnitude earthquake centered near Ridgecrest rattled the region. That earthquake has produced more than 1,400 aftershocks, scientists said. Shortly after the latest earthquake, Ridgecrest Regional Hospital wheeled out patients — some still hooked to …
Huge earthquake rocks California with tremors felt in Las Vegas and Mexico, footage captured during NBA
A reported 7.1 magnitude earthquake has struck Southern California just a day after another powerful quake hit the region. Live footage of the moment the earthquake struck was captured live on ESPN as the NBA’s Summer League showcase was going on during day one. Fans had rocked up to catch a glimpse of number one …
California Earthquake: Multiple injuries and fires reported
The latest earthquake occurred 11 miles northeast of Ridgecrest, according to the US Geological Survey. It rocked buildings and cracked foundations, sending jittery residents out on the streets. It comes a day after a 6.4-magnitude earthquake centered near Ridgecrest rattled the state Thursday. That earthquake has produced more than 1,400 aftershocks, scientists said. Multiple fires …
BREAKING: 6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits California One Day After Large Quake Hit Region
July 5, 2019 Anna Brown, After Southern California had seen one of the largest earthquakes in 20 years, topping at a magnitude 6.4 Thursday, California was hit again. A magnitude 6.9 earthquake has been reported in Southern California near the town of Ridgecrest. Facebook Twitter Source link
California earthquake: 6.9 quake shakes Southern California 1 day after magnitude 6.4
LOS ANGELES — A powerful 6.9 earthquake shook Southern California one day after a magnitude 6.4. The quake, centered 11 miles from Ridgecrest area, was originally listed as a 7.1 and was downgraded shortly after. There are no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones said the 6.4 is now a foreshock, …
Californians on shaky ground when it comes to earthquake insurance protections
California authorities are hoping Thursday’s earthquake proves to be a wakeup call for residents who may not be ready for the big one. A majority of California residents live near an active fault line, but only about 10% have purchased earthquake insurance. Had Thursday’s quake occurred under a densely populated area, the state would likely …
