Magnitude 4.1 Earthquake Shakes Bakersfield, California
Recent Seismic Activity in the Central Valley
Epicenter Located Near Lamont and Shaking Felt in Bakersfield
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck 15 miles southwest of Lamont, California on Monday, sending noticeable shaking to Bakersfield. The epicenter was located approximately 25 miles south of the city, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
This follows a moderately strong 5.2-magnitude earthquake that struck Southern California on Tuesday, which was also felt in the Central Valley.
The USGS reported that the earthquake occurred at 12:50 p.m. PST and had a depth of 5.6 miles. Residents in Bakersfield reported feeling shaking and some minor damage to buildings and structures. There were no immediate reports of injuries or major infrastructure damage.
Earthquake activity in California is common and is caused by the movement of tectonic plates along the state's vast network of faults. The Central Valley is located in a particularly active seismic zone, particularly near the San Andreas Fault, which runs through the region.
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