A notable 3.5-magnitude earthquake rattled Southern California on Tuesday afternoon, centered just a few miles from Fontana.
- According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake hit around 4:54 p.m. local time, about 4.5 miles from Fontana and 3.8 miles from Rialto. It occurred at a shallow depth of approximately 3.6 miles
- The tremor was felt across a sizable area, including Victorville to the north and as far as San Clemente to the south. Despite the reach of the shake, no injuries or significant damage have been reportedABC7 Los Angeles.
This event comes fresh on the heels of a 4.2-magnitude quake that also struck near Fontana just three weeks ago, sparking live coverage from local stations like ABC7 FacebookX (formerly Twitter).
Quick Overview
| Scope | Details |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 3.5 |
| Time | 4:54 p.m. local time, Tuesday |
| Location | ~4.5 miles from Fontana; ~3.8 miles from Rialto |
| Depth | Approximately 3.6 miles (about 5.8 km) |
| Reports | No injuries or major damage reported |
| Significance | Latest in a string of small tremors in the area |
Stay tuned and stay safe — minor quakes like this are small reminders that Southern California sits on a seismic hotspot.
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