The U.S. Geological Survey reported a preliminary magnitude 5.1 earthquake that shook parts of Southern California on Sunday afternoon, occurring as residents in the region prepared for the arrival of Tropical Storm Hilary.
A magnitude 5.4 tremor struck Northern California just days after a horrific earthquake. Northern California was still reeling from a terrible earthquake before Christmas when a 5.
An offshore fault running to San Diego to Los Angeles has posed a threat to its nearby areas. These kinds of faults can give earthquakes ranging from magnitude 6 to 7.3.
Early reports indicate little to no damage or injuries A magnitude 6. 9 earthquake struck central Peru late on Sunday, and no immediate reports have surfaced about significant damage or major injuries.
When it comes to potentially disastrous earthquakes, The Los Angeles Times wants to make sure Californians are informed and aren't left in the dark or on shaky ground. According to an LA Times analysis, more than 1,000 old concrete buildings in Los Angeles and hundreds more throughout the county may be at risk of collapsing in a major earthquake.
