Los Angeles reacts to 4.4 magnitude earthquake, second one to to hit Calif. in a week

The epicenter of today's quake was located in Highland Park, near Pasadena.

Earthquake seismograph
An earthquake seismograph. (Getty Creative)

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake jolted the Los Angeles region in California early Monday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It comes less than a week after a 5.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Southern California on Aug. 6.

?? What happened

The epicenter of the quake was located near the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, about 7.5 miles below the surface and struck at about 12:20 p.m. PT.

The quake was felt as far away as San Diego and Ventura, the Los Angeles Times reported. San Diego is about 125 miles from the Highland Park neighborhood, while Ventura is about 80 miles.

?? What we know

There were no immediate reports of any injuries after Monday’s earthquake. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) conducted a survey to assess any damage to infrastructure in local districts or “areas of local concern,” KTLA reported. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass posted an update on X Monday afternoon saying the LAFD did not identify any damage in the city of Los Angeles and the agency has resumed normal operations.

There was no threat of a tsunami in the aftermath of Monday’s earthquake, according to the National Weather Service.

?? Reactions to the earthquake

Californians who felt the quake quickly posted their reactions on social media. One widely shared video showed ESPN host Malika Andrews impressively hold her composure as the the sports network’s Los Angeles studio was rocked during a live broadcast.

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