An earthquake 4.7 on the Richter scale shook the city of Los Angeles, USA And, so far, no damage or injury has been reported.
According to local news, it was A Wide strip In the southern part of the state of California. The US Geological Survey reported the quake on Monday Felt throughout the Los Angeles basin and in distant places San Diego and Ventura.
There were citizens Alerted by early warning systems A person who sends out warnings, warnings about seismic movement.
According to the first official report, It happened at 12:20 pm (local time). And there was a depth 7.5 miles, that is, Over 12 km.
Local press indicated that the Los Angeles Fire Department went into “earthquake mode” after the tremors subsided.
It means employees Firemen of 106 stations Neighborhood councils will conduct a survey in their districts looking for damage to local infrastructure or “areas of local concern”.
Additionally, the protocol includes Exploration by land, air and water“The Critical infrastructure and areas of local concern.
Margaret Stewart, of the force, told reporters: “There are no reports of major damage anywhere.”
Although No additional seismic activity is predictedL, firefighters asked people to prepare for any backlash.
Recommendations for earthquakes in Los Angeles
“If you’re inside when you start shaking: DROP, COVER, HOLD! Protect your head and neck while protecting yourself. Under sturdy furniture or close to a solid interior wall, until shaking from windows and doors stops,” the directions say.
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake hit the Los Angeles area this afternoon.
our @LAFD It is now in earthquake mode and has been activated to conduct a regular survey of the city to assess any damages.
— Mayor Karen Bass (@MayorOfLA) August 12, 2024
They also recommend: “After inspecting your home and/or workplace for earthquake damage and making sure there are no injuries, Check on your pets and neighbors at riskEspecially for elderly people who live alone.
Karen Bass, Mayor Los Angeles on their X report: A magnitude 4.7 earthquake hit the Los Angeles area this afternoon. “Our @LAFD is now in earthquake mode and has been activated to conduct a routine survey of the city to assess any damage.”
On August 7, a magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck the same area, with several aftershocks but no significant damage.
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