Preliminary Magnitude 4.2 Earthquake Hits Southern California

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An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.2 struck the San Fernando Valley Thursday around 4:29 a.m. this morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The shaker hit between the 210 and 5 freeways, about 1 mile north of Pacoima.

#earthquake preliminary mag 4.2 near San Fernando. In Santa Monica near the coast sensation was slow then a fast rattle shaking whole house with pictures on walls shaking. No damage in home. No damage flights running from LAPD Air Support due to low cloud ceiling.@KNX1070

— Pete Demetriou (@knxpete) July 30, 2020

People have reportedly felt the movement as far away as Lake Forest in Orange County. Residents in Venice, Rancho Cucamonga and Santa Clarita also reported feeling the earthquake.

#earthquake preliminary mag 4.2 near San Fernando. In Santa Monica near the coast sensation was slow then a fast rattle shaking whole house with pictures on walls shaking. No damage in home. No damage flights running from LAPD Air Support due to low cloud ceiling.@KNX1070

— Pete Demetriou (@knxpete) July 30, 2020

There were no immediate reports of damage or injury.

If an earthquake happens in your area, follow the below steps. 

Drop, Cover, then Hold On!

If in a vehicle, pull over and stop.

If in bed, stay there.

If outdoors, stay outdoors.

Do not get in a doorway.

Do not run outside.

This is a developing story.

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