4.2-magnitude earthquake hits Malibu, followed by multiple aftershocks

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LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA – An initial magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck the Malibu area early Wednesday morning, followed by several aftershocks.

According to the US Geological Survey, the first quake occurred at 2 a.m. about 10 miles south of Malibu Beach and 15 miles southwest of Santa Monica. Its depth has been reported at about 9.2 miles, according to the USGS.

Just seconds after the first tremor, a second quake was reported – an initial earthquake of magnitude 3.5, 10 miles south of Malibu Beach. The depth of the second quake was reported to be about 8 miles, according to the USGS.

About 22 minutes after the initial quake, the USGS reported a 2.8-magnitude aftershock at the same location. The depth of the second aftershock was just over six miles.

At 2:38 a.m., a third aftershock of magnitude 2.6 hit the same area, according to the USGS.

Despite the sea strikes, the National Weather Service said there was no tsunami threat.

“The LAFD is now in earthquake mode. All 106 borough fire stations will conduct a strategic survey of their districts, examining all major areas of concern (transportation infrastructure, places for large gatherings, apartment buildings, power lines, etc.). This survey will be Once this process is complete and the reports consolidated, assuming there is no significant damage, an earthquake situation will be complete. This process typically takes less than one hour,” Nicholas Prang of the Los Angeles Fire Department said in a statement at about 2:30 a.m. Wednesday morning.

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There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. While there are many variables involved, geologists say damage usually does not occur until the earthquake reaches a magnitude somewhere above 4 or 5.

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The USGS provides earthquake information by state and preparedness information, including useful information for those in California.

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The USGS is asking anyone who felt an earthquake to submit a summary report. You can click here for more information.

This is a developing story. Stay tuned to FOX 11 News for the latest news.

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