In a double seismic strike, both the West Coast and the tropical paradise of Hawaii experienced notable earthquakes within minutes of each other, reported eTN. On Monday, at 8:09 p.m., a magnitude 3.5 earthquake rumbled through Fullerton, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter was located less than a mile from Anaheim, one mile from Placentia, two miles from Brea, and two miles from La Habra.This seismic event marked the third quake of magnitude 3.0 or higher in the region in the past 10 days.
Providing context, recent data from the last three years indicates that the Los Angeles area typically sees an average of five earthquakes annually, with magnitudes ranging from 3.0 to 4.0. The quake in Fullerton had a depth of 6.6 miles, and residents are encouraged to report their experiences to the USGS.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the Pacific, Hawaii experienced a more substantial shake at 5:54 p.m. local time or 10:54 p.m. EST. This earthquake measured at a stronger magnitude of 5.1, with a depth of 16 km. Although earthquakes are not uncommon in Hawaii, a magnitude of 5.1 is considered significant for the island. The U.S. Geological Survey categorized the quake as moderate, with expectations of light damages. Fortunately, there have been no reports of injuries or damages so far.
The epicenter of the Hawaiian earthquake was pinpointed 13 km SSE of Volcano, a charming town and a gateway to Volcano National Park, a popular tourist attraction. Interestingly, just 10 minutes later, a seismic ripple was felt in Southern California, approximately 1-2 miles from Fullerton, registering a magnitude of 3.48. Reports from the region indicated that some residents left their homes and restaurants, with one reader sharing on social media, “Everyone in the restaurant is freaking out because of the earthquake.”