Malibu Earthquake Rattles Southern California – Is the Big One Coming?

if you weren't awake by 7 0 a.m. the earth made sure you were here's what Shook Up Southern California this morning a magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck near Malibu California early this morning the Quake initially reported as a 5.0 centered about 9 Mi south of Malibu Beach in the Pacific Ocean it hit at 70 a.m. with a depth of approximately 9 miles residents from Malibu to the San Fernando Valley felt the Tremor as a brief jol followed by a rolling motion no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage have surfaced but it certainly rattled the morning routine for many angelinos in response the Los Angeles Fire Department initiated earthquake mode with all 106 fire stations conducting District surveys to ensure safety the LA County Sheriff's Department also confirmed no damage to infrastructure or major roadways seismologist Dr Lucy Jones reminds us that while these Quakes have been minor they are a Stark reminder of Southern California's seismic activity stay prepared folks because the ground beneath us is anything but predictable stay safe and stay informed subscribe for more updates on local news and events