Magnitude 3.9 Earthquake Strikes Near Malibu, California on March 17, 2024

A magnitude 3.9 earthquake occurred approximately 6 miles northwest of Malibu, California, on March 17, 2024, at 8:17 p.m. local time. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the quake's depth at about 9 miles. Thousands of residents in Southern California, including those in Los Angeles, reported feeling the tremor. The USGS ShakeAlert system was activated. This marks the third consecutive Sunday with an earthquake felt in the Los Angeles area. Previous quakes included a magnitude 3.9 on March 3 and a magnitude 4.1 on March 9. No damage or injuries have been reported.