Two minor earthquakes were recorded off the coast of North San Diego County yesterday and today, with magnitudes of 2.6 and 3.0 respectively. According to NBC San Diego, no damages or casualties have been reported in connection to either seismic event, yet they remind Californians of the persistent geologic activity in the region.

An annual statewide event, the Great Californian ShakeOut, which promotes earthquake preparedness, is slated to happen later this week. As part of the event, millions of Californians will participate in an earthquake drill at 10:19 a.m. on Thursday, practicing crucial safety measures like "drop, cover, and hold" per NBC San Diego. Additionally, the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) plans to bring a 7.0-magnitude earthquake simulator to San Diego County in an endeavor to promote public awareness around earthquake preparedness.

The tremble from the 3.0-magnitude earthquake was reportedly felt by some residents in Escondido and San Diego, whereas the 2.6-magnitude quake was felt to a lesser degree, according to Patch. Given the proximity of the seismic activity to coastal and densely populated areas, these minor earthquakes underscore the significance of the Great Californian ShakeOut and the necessity for readiness given the unpredictability of such geological disturbances.

In addition to practicing quake-safe actions during an earthquake, preparedness also involves assessing potential hazards in the surrounding environment and securing objects within homes and offices so the risk of injury in the event of a quake can be minimized.