Earthquake

2024 - 8 - 12

Earthquakes: More Shocking Than Your Ex's Texts!

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Buckle up, Californians! With the ground shaking and nerves rattling, here's how to survive the next quake and some wild earthquake tales!

Just when you thought the only thing shaking in Los Angeles was the dance floor at a local club, a magnitude 4.4 earthquake decided to move in and make its presence felt! On a typical sunny Monday, just after noon, the tremors reverberated across numerous neighborhoods, including the buzzing Highland Park area. Residents were taken by surprise as buildings swayed and nerves tightened. While no serious damage was reported, it surely sent a few hearts racing faster than a taxicab through downtown!

Did you know that shaking is just one part of the earthquake experience? The Earthquake Country Alliance emphasizes the importance of being prepared for shaky situations! When the ground starts to rumble, it's essential to drop, cover, and hold on. Practicing this before disaster strikes could save lives, just like knowing how to dodge a flying toddler at a birthday party. So gather the family, toss a few pillows around, and rehearse this important drill!

But wait, it didn’t end there! Residents were reminded of their last seismic shake-up. Just a week prior, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake rattled the region, proving that Mother Nature loves to keep us on our toes—or at least shaking on our feet. That got a lot of folks scrambling to consider earthquake insurance, since regular homeowner policies don’t cover the jolt. So if you want to protect your palace in the event of another ground dance-off, it might be worth checking out your options.

Interestingly enough, live broadcasts felt the shake too, with the earthquake interrupting shows at ESPN studios! Who would have thought a natural disaster would unfold right in the middle of an NBA discussion? Now that’s a dramatic game highlight! Speaking of highlights, earthquakes are not just a Californian affair. A recent 5.5 magnitude quake hit central Syria, reminding everyone that when the earth decides to shuffle, it doesn’t stop by geographical boundaries.

So next time the ground starts shaking, remember to drop, cover, and hold on! And whether you're in Southern California or Syria, always check your earthquake preparedness – because you never know when the next dance with Mother Earth is coming!

Fun fact: Did you know that the San Andreas Fault is over 800 miles long? That’s a lot of ground to cover, literally! Plus, the strongest earthquake ever recorded in California was a magnitude 7.9 in 1906, demonstrating that our planet isn't afraid to show off its seismic strength!

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Don't wait for the big one. This is what to do before, during and after ... (The Desert Sun)

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Los Angeles Area Struck by 4.4 Magnitude Earthquake (BNN)

The snow-covered San Gabriel mountain range past the downtown Los Angeles skyline after a winter storm in Los Angeles, California, US, on Thursday, March 2, ...

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Earthquake hits Los Angeles area (BBC News)

A powerful earthquake struck near Los Angeles, California on Monday afternoon, shaking homes and startling residents for miles. The 4.4 magnitude quake's ...

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Earthquake strikes Syria, rattling nerves amid memories of last ... (ABC News)

Local authorities say a 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck in central Syria causing no major damages but rattling the nerves of residents who remembered last ...

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Preliminary magnitude-4.4 earthquake rocks South Pasadena (NBC Southern California)

Many parts of Southern California felt shaking Monday afternoon as a preliminary 4.7-magnitude earthquake shook the South Pasadena area.

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 has struck the Los Angeles ... (CityNews)

The quake comes less than a week after a 5.2 magnitude temblor hit southern California and was also widely felt in Los Angeles. That quake caused no injuries or ...

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 has struck the Los Angeles ... (CityNews Toronto)

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 was strongly felt Monday afternoon from the Los Angeles area all the way to San Diego on the U.S.-Mexico border.

Magnitude-5.0 earthquake occurs in Hama Governorate, Syria, at ... (Crisis24)

Magnitude-5.0 earthquake occurs in Hama Governorate, Syria, at around 23:56 Aug. 12. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.

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LA Earthquake Shakes ESPN Studios Live On-Air (Variety)

'NBA Today' host Malika Andrews handled the Los Angeles earthquake with ease as it rattled ESPN Studios live on-air.

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Earthquake insurance an expensive, risky proposition for homeowners (KTLA)

Did Monday's quake remind you to look into earthquake insurance? Standard homeowner's insurance won't cover earthquakes, so coverage must be purchased ...

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4.4-magnitude earthquake jolts Los Angeles with epicenter near ... (CBS News)

A 4.4-magnitude earthquake rocked the LA area just after noon on Monday, with an epicenter about 2.5 miles south of Highland Park, according to the U.S. ...

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Watch: Magnitude 4.4 earthquake caught during live broadcast on ... (CNN)

Several live and recorded shows were interrupted by a magnitude 4.4 earthquake that hit the Los Angeles area. According to the LA Fire Department, ...

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Magnitude 4.4 earthquake rattles Southern California (News 5 Cleveland)

The earthquake's epicenter was located near Highland Park, a neighborhood located in the Northeast area of Los Angeles.

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Magnitude 4.4 earthquake strikes Los Angeles area, USGS says (KFSN-TV)

A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck Los Angeles County on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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Los Angeles hit with 4.6 magnitude earthquake: U.S. Geological ... (CTV News)

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 has struck the Los Angeles area, the U.S. Geological Service said Monday.

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4.4 earthquake rattles Los Angeles, felt over wide area (Los Angeles Times)

Los Angeles was hit by an earthquake centered in Eastside, in El Sereno. The quake was felt over a wide swath of Southern California, but there were no ...

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Quake felt from Los Angeles to San Diego, swaying buildings and ... (CTV News)

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake was strongly felt Monday afternoon from the Los Angeles area all the way to San Diego, swaying buildings, rattling dishes and ...

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Earthquake centered in Syria shakes already-jittery northern Israel ... (The Times of Israel)

An earthquake hit central Syria late Monday, with tremors felt in northern Israel along with Lebanon and Jordan. Syria's National Center for Earthquakes ...

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Quake felt from Los Angeles to San Diego, swaying buildings and ... (CTV News)

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake was strongly felt Monday afternoon from the Los Angeles area all the way to San Diego, swaying buildings, rattling dishes and ...

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Did you feel it? 4.4-magnitude earthquake rattles Los Angeles (The Desert Sun)

The earthquake was reported about 12:20 p.m. Monday just southeast of Highland Park, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Earthquake notifications and preparedness on the minds of many ... (KEYT)

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Did you feel it? That has become a common refrain following earthquakes this summer. The latest magnitude 4.4 earthquake moved ...

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Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Rattles Caltech Campus and Greater Los ... (Caltech)

A magnitude 4.4 earthquake shook Caltech's campus around 12:20 p.m. on Monday, August 12, and was felt across the greater Los Angeles area.

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Beirut residents rattled by regional earthquake amid regional tension (Israel Hayom)

A 5.4 magnitude earthquake originating near Damascus reverberated through several regions of Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and various parts of Israel, ...

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Earthquake rattles Syria, also felt in Jordan and Lebanon (Reuters)

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the city of Hama in western Syria late on Monday, with residents across Syria, Jordan and Lebanon feeling the impact and ...

No new reports of any earthquake in Egypt: NRIAG - Egypt ... (Egypt Independent)

The National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG) issued a statement regarding an earthquake that struck the early hours of Tuesday ...

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1 death and 25 injuries due to earthquake in rural Hama (Enab Baladi)

The City Council of Salamiya examines the damage caused by the earthquake in rural Hama - August 13, 2024 (Salamiya City Council) ...

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U.S. Earthquake Early Warning System Gets a Major Upgrade (Eos)

Satellite capabilities will improve the accuracy of ShakeAlert earthquake magnitude measurements.

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Earthquakes of the same magnitude can feel different. Here's why. (Alaska Public Media News)

When the 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Los Angeles area Monday afternoon, Angelenos reported a lengthy quake with significant shaking.

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Earthquakes of the same magnitude can feel different. Here's why (OPB News)

When the 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Los Angeles area Monday afternoon, Angelenos reported a lengthy quake with significant shaking.

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A dangerous L.A. fault system rivaling the San Andreas tied to recent ... (Los Angeles Times)

Monday's magnitude 4.4 quake that rattled Southern California is believed to have struck on a well-known and dangerous fault system known as the Puente ...

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4.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Los Angeles (The New York Times)

The quake was centered about five miles northeast of downtown, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. There were no initial reports of serious damage.

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Earthquake at the aquarium: Here's how the animals reacted (NBC Southern California)

The Aquarium of the Pacific is located in Long Beach · The Aug. 12, 2024 earthquake, which was centered near Highland Park, prompted numerous aquarium animals to ...

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Earthquake Games: On the curious relationship between ... (NCAA.com)

Since the "Earthquake Game" became Louisiana legend 35 years ago, seismology departments around the country have taken a keen interest in the gridiron.

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