By Ricardo Roura
Aug 28, 2024, 11:00 AM EDT
An earthquake A 3.5 magnitude earthquake woke up Riverside County early Wednesday morningaccording to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The earthquake It occurred at approximately 5:43 a.m.with an epicenter near the community of Idyllwild-Pine Grove, and a depth of 9.9 miles.
According to reports, The earthquake was felt mainly in the Palm Springs area.although in the areas of Oceanside, Escondido and Yucaipa it was perceived as a small jolt, according to some residents.
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The authorities They did not report any injuries or material damage. as a result of this earthquake. While there are many variables involved, geologists say that damage does not usually occur until earthquakes exceed magnitude 4 or 5.
In early August, Dr. Lucy Jones, a seismologist at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, warned of an increase in seismic activity in Southern Californiaafter several earthquakes were recorded in the Los Angeles area.
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The United States Geological Survey provides information on earthquakes by statewith data to be as well prepared as possible for these natural phenomena.
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