Earthquakes Strike Southern California

Moderate Earthquake on Tuesday

On Tuesday, Southern California was struck by a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2. According to the , most worldwide events with a magnitude of 4.5 or greater are included in the list.

Light Earthquake on Friday

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 struck Southern California on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey. Again, the list includes most worldwide events of magnitude 4.5 or greater.

Continuing Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness

California continues to lead the nation in emergency management and disaster preparedness. On Tuesday night, a 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Lamont, California.