An earthquake with a preliminary size of 3.2 rolling off the coast of Malibu on Wednesday.
According to American geological surveyThe earthquake was hit at 9:33 am, and the center of mile was about 3.1 miles southwest of Malibu Beach, at a depth of about 7.9 miles.
Just minutes ago, a smaller earthquake in Riferside County struck Caquella, about 3.1 miles west southwest of Anza. Usgs said it reached a first volume of 2.2, and hit around 9:19 am at a depth of 3.2 miles.
No damage or injuries was initially reported from any of the earthquake.
The last earthquake of California (Please wait a moment to download the map)
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Thousands of earthquakes are recorded in California annually, but the vast majority is incredibly simple. It is several hundred to 3.0, and about 15 to 20 only up to 4.0 or more, According to USGs.
In North America, Alaska only recorded more earthquakes annually from California.
What do you do in the earthquake
During the earthquake, knowing the appropriate steps to protect yourself and reduce infection is very important. theThe Ministry of Public Health in CaliforniaCDPH provides detailed guidelines about what to do during such events. Below are the main points:
He falls:The drop -down immediately on your hands and knees. This position prevents you from beating and allows you to stay low and crawl to safety if necessary.
cover:Use one arm to protect your head and neck, and if possible, find a strong table or office. If there is no shelter available, stay away from the inner wall away from the windows. Stay on your knees and bend to protect vital organs.
Holds:Hold the shelter until the shake stops. Be ready to move with your shelter if it turns.