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Wednesday, September 30, 2026

3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Southern California

The temblor struck Tuesday night in Ventura County with no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

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3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Southern California

A 3.8-magnitude earthquake occurred in Southern California on Tuesday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The seismic event was centered in Ventura County, approximately 2.5 miles southeast of Piru.

The earthquake registered at a depth of nearly 13 miles. There were no immediate reports of damage to infrastructure or injuries to residents following the tremor. The USGS data indicated the quake struck at 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time.


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