Thursday morning witnessed a 4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Los Angeles rocking the area centered on Malibu and California. Boulders were unleashing onto the road in Malibu shaking Santa Monica visibly. Some people even reported being thrown off bed during the Earthquake Los Angeles.
Aftershocks of the Earthquake Los Angeles
At first the Earthquake Los Angeles was reported to be a 5.1 magnitude however the initial estimates have been downgraded. There were some aftershocks of the earthquake occurring since 7.28am in the morning. After the initial earthquake stuck 6 more quakes followed with a magnitude of 2.8, 2.4, 1.8, 1.5, and 2.1.
These types of earthquakes happen in Los Angeles almost everyday although people fail to notice due to its location. However the Los Angeles Fire Department will be surveying the area and will be keeping check to see if any damage has taken place to the local infrastructure.
The magnitude of the Earthquake Los Angeles was felt across Calabasas, and the whole area with the epicentre which is nearest to the Malibu fault. At the time this was occurring there were ABC News anchors on air who felt a trembling during the program.
Wildfires and Heat Waves Hitting LA
The earthquake is not the only major issue hitting the city today; wildfires have been spreading and burning across Southern California. This is forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes and leave their belongings behind.
The heat waves also have been a grappling problem in Lost Angeles in the midst of the earthquake reaching a temperature of over 111 degrees in downtown LA. And the heat waves have been hitting a temperature of 124 degrees was reached in Palm Springs. However, according to the Los Angeles National Weather Service thus far no Tsunami is expected from the recent quake.
Conclusion
Earthquakes are not an uncommon occurrence in Los Angeles; however at the moment the city is battling more issues than the can comprehend. Heat waves and burning fires are spreading across LA forcing people to evacuate. The local police are patrolling the area to see if any infrastructure damage has taken place. Remaining vigilant and aware is crucial at a time as such.
Key Points
- A 4.7 magnitude quake shook the city with the epicenter near Malibu, causing boulders to fall and shaking buildings.
- Six aftershocks followed the initial quake, with magnitudes ranging from 1.5 to 2.8.
- Along with the earthquake, wildfires and extreme heat waves have been hitting Southern California, forcing evacuations and creating hazardous conditions.
