A 3.8 magnitude earthquake hit near the town of Ojai, California, on Friday morning, causing a stir but leaving no immediate reports of damage or injuries. According to KTLA, the tremor occurred at around 10:26 a.m. and was centered almost 4 miles east-northeast of Ojai.
The U.S. Geological Survey noted that the earthquake had a depth of just over 10.5 miles. While such shakes can often go unnoticed, the local KABC station reported it was felt in areas extending from Moorpark and Camarillo to Santa Barbara. Even with the wide range of impact, the seismic activity so far has not resulted in any significant disruptions.
People far and wide reported the event, as indicated by the USGS Community Internet Intensity Map, which showed the quake could be felt from Oxnard and Santa Barbara to Fillmore and Moorepark, as well as far out as Santa Rosa Island, CBS Los Angeles highlighted. Such community-based data gathering provides a broader image of the quake's reach across the region.
There is data indicating that earthquakes of this magnitude typically don't cause damage unless the magnitude is above the higher thresholds of 4 or 5, FOX LA reported. Local resident reactions were notably light, despite experiencing the ground's unexpected jolt. USGS continues to provide further details on seismic events and offers resources for earthquake preparedness specifically tailored to Californians, aware, of the state's tremulous history.
