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Earthquake Madness: Shaking Things Up in California and Alaska

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Earthquakes in South Pasadena and Alaska cause a stir - Find out more about the recent tremors here!

A series of earthquakes have recently struck both South Pasadena and Alaska, rattling residents and causing a frenzy. The 3.5 magnitude earthquake in South Pasadena occurred just before 10 a.m., shaking parts of Southern California. It hit near Alhambra, South Pasadena, Monterey Park, and East Los Angeles, leaving a trail of tremors in its wake. Simultaneously, in Alaska, seismic activity has been recorded, including a significant quake near Nikiski.

CalTech reported that the earthquake in South Pasadena had a magnitude of 3.5 and caused minor shaking in areas like the San Gabriel Valley and various parts of Los Angeles. The quake in Alaska, specifically in Nikiski, highlighted the ongoing crustal seismicity in the region, attributed to tectonic features such as faults and folds.

The recent seismic events serve as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of earthquakes. While the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles area experienced minor shakes, Alaska saw differing magnitudes in various locations. Understanding and preparing for such natural disasters is crucial for residents in earthquake-prone areas like California and Alaska.

In conclusion, the recent earthquakes in South Pasadena and Alaska have sparked discussions about seismic activity. Both regions are known for their susceptibility to tremors, emphasizing the importance of earthquake readiness. Whether in sunny California or the icy terrains of Alaska, being equipped to handle such occurrences is key to minimizing damage and ensuring safety.

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3.5 earthquake in South Pasadena shakes parts of Southern California (The Pasadena Star-News)

The quake struck shortly before 10 a.m., the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

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Magnitude 3.5 earthquake shakes San Gabriel Valley, parts of L.A. (Los Angeles Times)

The earthquake occurred less than a mile from Alhambra, less than a mile from South Pasadena, one mile from Monterey Park and one mile from East Los ...

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Earthquake strikes near Pasadena: USGS (FOX 11 Los Angeles)

The earthquake hit just before 10 a.m. about two miles southwest of South Pasadena, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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Los Angeles area rattled by magnitude 3.5 earthquake (FOX Weather)

On April 18, 1906, San Francisco experienced a magnitude 7.9 earthquake. The quake and the fires it caused destroyed a large portion of the city by the bay. LOS ...

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Earthquake Sunday Morning: 2 miles South Southwest of South ... (The South Pasadenan)

An earthquake occurred at 9:56 AM on Sunday, June 2, 2024. CalTech reported The magnitude 3.5 event occurred 4 km (2 miles) SSW of South Pasadena, CA.

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Nikiski M3.3 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

(3) Crustal seismicity in this region can be attributed to three major sources: the faults and folds of the Cook Inlet basin, the Castle Mountain Fault, and the ...

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Preliminary magnitude-3.5 earthquake rattles South Pasadena area (NBC Southern California)

Light shaking was reported in the San Gabriel Valley, widespread parts of Los Angeles, Downey, Whittier, Studio City, Burbank and other parts of Los Angeles ...

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King Cove M2.2 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Seismicity in the Alaska Peninsula region is produced by different tectonic features: (1) The Aleutian megathrust is the source of the strongest earthquakes in ...

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Icy Bay M1.9 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

4 Saint Elias Earthquake. In the offshore zone, the most notable structures are the Transition Fault that separates the Yakutat microplate from the Pacific ...

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Anchorage M2.1 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

(3) Crustal seismicity in this region can be attributed to three major sources: the faults and folds of the Cook Inlet basin, the Castle Mountain Fault, and the ...

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Mt. Cleveland M3.2 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 2, 2024 11:21:33 AKDT (June 2, 2024 19:21:33 UTC) 52.6711°N 169.5498°W Depth 30.9 miles (50 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

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3.6-magnitude earthquake reported near San Jose (KRON4)

(KRON) — A 3.6-magnitude earthquake occurred on Sunday in Santa Clara County at 3:35 a.m., the U.S. Geological Survey said. The epicenter of the earthquake ...

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3.5 earthquake near South Pasadena shakes parts of Southern ... (San Bernardino County Sun)

A 3.5-magnitude earthquake in the South Pasadena area shook parts of Southern California on Sunday morning, June 2, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

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California saw 5 earthquakes within hours, the day after Lake ... (USA TODAY)

5 earthquakes shook up California, and a 2.6 magnitude quake hit just outside Lake County, Ohio, about a 45-minute drive northeast of Cleveland.

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3.4-magnitude quake jolts Northern California awake, seismologists ... (Sacramento Bee)

An early morning 3.4-magnitude earthquake felt by hundreds of people struck near San Jose, California.

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3.5-magnitude earthquake was felt as a 'strong jolt' in Pasadena (CBS Los Angeles)

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 has struck the San Gabriel Valley, the U.S. Geological Survey has reported.

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Earthquake alert (automated) (Kyodo News Plus)

The following is an earthquake alert issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency. * Day and Time: June 3, 2024, 6:31 a.m. Epicenter: Ishikawa Prefecture.

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Valdez M1.5 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

(3) Crustal seismicity in this region can be attributed to three major sources: the faults and folds of the Cook Inlet basin, the Castle Mountain Fault, and the ...

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Earthquakes shake Japanese region, collapse 2 homes that were ... (The Associated Press)

Earthquakes have again struck Japan's north-central region of Ishikawa that is still recovering from the destruction left by a powerful quake on Jan. 1.

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M5.9 quake hits Noto Peninsula in central Japan, no tsunami threat (Kyodo News Plus)

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.9 hit the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, central Japan, on Monday but no tsunami warning was issued ...

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3.4-magnitude earthquake shakes Los Angeles area, seismologists ... (Sacramento Bee)

A 3.4-magnitude earthquake struck in the Los Angeles area in Southern California: US Geological Survey. Thousands report feeling the shaking.

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Chitina M1.8 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 2, 2024 21:58:31 AKDT (June 3, 2024 05:58:31 UTC) 61.3290°N 144.6912°W Depth 154.6 miles (250 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

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Skwentna M1.4 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

(3) Crustal seismicity in this region can be attributed to three major sources: the faults and folds of the Cook Inlet basin, the Castle Mountain Fault, and the ...

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Larsen Bay M2.1 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Seismicity in the Alaska Peninsula region is produced by different tectonic features: (1) The Aleutian megathrust is the source of the strongest earthquakes in ...

Sutton M2.6 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

(3) Crustal seismicity in this region can be attributed to three major sources: the faults and folds of the Cook Inlet basin, the Castle Mountain Fault, and the ...

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5.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Japan, no tsunami warning (NBC Bay Area)

It was centered in the Noto Peninsula, where a devastating quake on January 1 killed more than 230 people.

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Skwentna M2.0 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 3, 2024 02:07:16 AKDT (June 3, 2024 10:07:16 UTC) 61.9223°N 151.5764°W Depth 48.7 miles (78 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

Willow M1.4 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Mapped geological structures in upper Cook Inlet are capable of generating strong earthquakes. The April 1933 M6.9 earthquake, which caused considerable damage ...

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Chagulak Island M3.4 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 3, 2024 05:16:17 AKDT (June 3, 2024 13:16:17 UTC) 52.2378°N 170.9816°W Depth 8.5 miles (13 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

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Ester M0.7 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Interior Alaska seismicity reflects transpression and block rotation. Three different types of tectonic structures contribute to generating seismicity in this ...

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Sutton M0.9 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 3, 2024 07:07:23 AKDT (June 3, 2024 15:07:23 UTC) 61.6539°N 148.0137°W Depth 11.1 miles (17 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

Old Harbor M2.1 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

This zone extends along the Aleutian Arc, Alaska Peninsula, and Cook Inlet. In the Alaska Peninsula region, the seismicity abates at approximately 150 miles ( ...

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Telida M1.2 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Another notable feature associated with the Denali Fault system is the Kantishna seismic cluster, located just north of the main fault trace inside Denali ...

Willow M1.4 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Mapped geological structures in upper Cook Inlet are capable of generating strong earthquakes. The April 1933 M6.9 earthquake, which caused considerable damage ...

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Talkeetna M1.3 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Another notable feature associated with the Denali Fault system is the Kantishna seismic cluster, located just north of the main fault trace inside Denali ...

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Kantishna M1.3 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

Another notable feature associated with the Denali Fault system is the Kantishna seismic cluster, located just north of the main fault trace inside Denali ...

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Aeolus launches research into earthquake sequences with RED ... (Artemis.bm)

Aeolus Capital Management Ltd., the Bermuda based reinsurance and insurance-linked securities (ILS) investment fund manager, has announced a new research.

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Kanaga Volcano M2.0 | Alaska Earthquake Center (Alaska Earthquake Center)

June 3, 2024 12:24:36 AKDT (June 3, 2024 20:24:36 UTC) 51.5147°N 177.1144°W Depth 40.6 miles (65 km). This event has not been reviewed by a seismologist.

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