Breaking News: Significant Earthquake Strikes Greater Los Angeles Area
4.6 Magnitude Tremor Hits Amidst Ongoing Winter Storms
Epicenter Located Near Corona, California
May 1, 2024 – A significant earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.6 struck the Greater Los Angeles Area at 5:27 PM PT today, 92 kilometers (57 miles) from Corona and 52 miles from Los Angeles. The epicenter was located at 33.817°N, -117.639°W.
This latest earthquake comes on the heels of a series of winter storms that have pummeled the region since last week, adding to the challenges faced by residents. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake was followed by a magnitude 4.1 aftershock at 2:49 PM PT.
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