A powerful 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Los Angeles, California, on Monday, August 13, 2024, at approximately 12:20 PM PDT (20:20 BST), with its epicenter in the Highland Park neighborhood. The quake was felt widely across Los Angeles County, reaching areas such as Pasadena, Glendale, and even the coastal regions of Manhattan Beach and El Segundo.
The U.S. Geological Survey initially reported the quake as a 4.7 magnitude, later revising it to 4.4. Despite the strong tremors that rattled homes and interrupted live broadcasts, no significant damage or injuries were reported. However, a water main broke in South Pasadena, possibly due to the quake.
The Los Angeles Fire Department promptly dispatched crews to survey the area, confirming that no structural damage occurred. The incident, which followed a series of recent quakes in Southern California, served as a stark reminder of the region’s seismic activity.
