Earthquakes in Los Angeles, California
Last earthquake: 2 hours ago · 126 in past 30 days · Largest: M3.4 · Population 3.9M
Last updated: June 13, 2026 at 12:43 PM UTC · Data: USGS Earthquake Hazards Program
No significant earthquakes recorded near Los Angeles recently. Last M2.5+: 3 days ago.
Quick Facts — Earthquakes in Los Angeles
- Population
- 3.9M
- Seismic activity level
- very high
- Nearest major fault
- Newport-Inglewood Fault (8 km)
- Largest recorded nearby
- M7.5 (1952 Kern County earthquake)
- 30-year probability M6.7+
- 60% (UCERF3)
- Earthquakes past 30 days
- 126
- Last significant (M2.5+)
- 3 days ago
- 2026 total (M1.0+)
- 633
Los Angeles experienced a magnitude 3.2 earthquake 3 days ago 7 km SE of Loma Linda, CA, at a depth of 5.4 km. Over the past 7 days, 31 earthquakes (M1.0+) have been recorded within 100 km.
Los Angeles sits in the very high category for U.S. seismic activity. The largest earthquake in or near Los Angeles since records began was the magnitude 7.5 Kern County earthquake in 1952, which struck approximately 130 km north of the city.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey's UCERF3 model, there is approximately a 60% probability of a magnitude 6.7 or greater earthquake within 100 km of Los Angeles in the next 30 years, and a 46% probability of a magnitude 7.0 or greater event. The largest credible earthquake predicted for the Los Angeles area is a magnitude 7.4 event on the Newport-Inglewood Fault, which lies 8 km from downtown Los Angeles. Source: UCERF3 (Field et al. 2015), Table 7 — LA region
Los Angeles sits in a region characterized by the San Andreas transform fault system, where the Pacific and North American plates slide past each other at roughly 46 mm per year. Beyond the Newport-Inglewood Fault, secondary fault systems include the Puente Hills Thrust Fault and Hollywood Fault. View all earthquakes in California.
2026 Activity vs Historical Average
Recent Significant Earthquakes Near Los Angeles
Earthquake Map — Los Angeles Area
Fault Lines Near Los Angeles
| Fault Name | Type | Distance | Max Credible Mag | Last Major Rupture |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport-Inglewood Fault | right-lateral strike-slip | 8 km | M7.4 | 1933 (M6.4 Long Beach) |
| Puente Hills Thrust Fault | thrust | 5 km | M7.5 | blind thrust — paleoseismic data limited |
| Hollywood Fault | reverse | 12 km | M6.8 | unknown |
| San Andreas Fault (Mojave segment) | right-lateral strike-slip | 60 km | M8.0 | 1857 (M7.9 Fort Tejon) |
| Sierra Madre Fault | reverse | 25 km | M7.5 | paleoseismic data limited |
Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)
Dataset at a glance — Los Angeles
Over the past 30 days, Los Angeles has recorded 126 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater in our tracker. The remaining 5 fell in the M2.5–M3.9 band. By depth: 126 shallow (<70 km). 66 of the epicenters were offshore. 13 events produced at least one felt report, totalling 942 citizen submissions to the USGS Did You Feel It? system. Focal depths ranged from -1.1 km to 24.5 km. 101 of the 126 solutions have been reviewed by a USGS seismologist; the remaining 25 are automatic and may be refined.
Leading the list is a magnitude 3.4 event near 15 km NW of Fillmore, CA at 24.5 km depth, which drew 114 felt reports from the public. The second-ranked event, at magnitude 3.2 near 7 km SE of Loma Linda, CA, trails by 0.3 magnitude units — a narrow gap, indicating two comparably energetic events in the current window. Rounding out the top three is a magnitude 2.9 earthquake near 8 km S of Malibu Beach, CA.
Each row in the table below includes a narrative summary of the event, ordered by time. Use the column headers to sort or filter by magnitude.
| Time ↓ | Mag ↕ | Location ↕ | Depth ↕ | Felt ↕ | MMI | Alert | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 days ago 2026-06-09 17:45:23 UTC | 2.8ml | 7 km SE of Loma Linda, CA 33.999°, -117.216° | 5.3 km | 95 | II | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
On June 9, 2026, Los Angeles registered a magnitude 2.8 earthquake 7 km SE of Loma Linda, CA at 17:45 UTC. It arrived roughly 1 hours after a larger magnitude 3.2 mainshock in the same 20 km area, placing it within the typical aftershock window. 95 people reported feeling the earthquake via the USGS Did You Feel It? system. Maximum shaking intensity peaked at MMI 3.0 (weak). It ranks as the fourth largest event in the current dataset. This was a shallow crustal earthquake, focused at 5.3 km depth. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 33.999°, -117.216°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.8 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data. | ||||||||
3 days ago 2026-06-09 16:36:58 UTC | 3.2ml | 7 km SE of Loma Linda, CA 34.000°, -117.216° | 5.4 km | 398 | III | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
A magnitude 3.2 earthquake was recorded 7 km SE of Loma Linda, CA on June 9, 2026 at 16:36 UTC. In the 72 hours after this event, the USGS recorded 6 smaller earthquakes within 20 km, consistent with an ongoing aftershock sequence rooted here. Of every earthquake currently listed for Los Angeles, this one generated the most felt reports from the public. The USGS received 398 felt reports from nearby residents — a notable response for an event of this magnitude. On the Modified Mercalli scale, shaking reached 3.5 — considered light. It ranks as the second largest event in the current dataset. At a depth of 5.4 km, the event was shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 34.000°N, -117.216°E. See the M3.2 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data. | ||||||||
6 days ago 2026-06-06 19:21:36 UTC | 3.4ml | 15 km NW of Fillmore, CA 34.489°, -119.036° | 24.5 km | 114 | II | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
On June 6, 2026 at 19:21 UTC, a magnitude 3.4 earthquake struck 15 km NW of Fillmore, CA. The USGS received 114 felt reports from nearby residents — a notable response for an event of this magnitude. It is the largest earthquake currently listed for Los Angeles over the past 30 days. At 24.5 km, this is the deepest earthquake in the current dataset — firmly in the shallow crustal category. Maximum shaking intensity peaked at MMI 2.9 (weak). The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 34.489°, -119.036°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M3.4 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data. | ||||||||
2026-05-26 2026-05-26 03:11:58 UTC | 2.9ml | 8 km S of Malibu Beach, CA 33.958°, -118.678° | 13.4 km | 139 | II | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
Seismographs logged a magnitude 2.9 earthquake 8 km S of Malibu Beach, CA with origin time 03:11 UTC on May 26, 2026. The USGS received 139 felt reports from nearby residents — a notable response for an event of this magnitude. Peak ground motion corresponded to MMI 2.9, classified as weak shaking. It ranks as the third largest event in the current dataset. The event originated approximately 13.4 km below the surface, classifying it as shallow crustal. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Coordinates: 33.958°, -118.678°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.9 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data. | ||||||||
2026-05-19 2026-05-19 19:42:29 UTC | 2.7ml | 4 km W of Manhattan Beach, CA 33.882°, -118.451° | 10.6 km | 106 | - | - | ✓ Reviewed | USGS → |
At 19:42 UTC on May 19, 2026, a magnitude 2.7 tremor occurred 4 km W of Manhattan Beach, CA. The USGS received 106 felt reports from nearby residents — a notable response for an event of this magnitude. It ranks as the fifth largest event in the current dataset. The hypocenter lay at 10.6 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. Geolocation places the event at 33.882°N, -118.451°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.7 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data. | ||||||||
Common Questions About Earthquakes in Los Angeles
How often do earthquakes happen in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles experiences frequent earthquake activity. The area averages 165 earthquakes of magnitude 3.0 or greater per year, with 1.5 reaching magnitude 5.0 or higher. In the past 30 days, 126 earthquakes (M1.0+) have been recorded within 100 km of the city.
What was the biggest earthquake to hit Los Angeles?
The largest earthquake in or near Los Angeles since records began was the magnitude 7.5 Kern County earthquake in 1952, which struck approximately 130 km north of the city.
What is the earthquake risk in Los Angeles?
Earthquakes cannot be predicted with precision. However, the U.S. Geological Survey estimates there is approximately a 60% probability of a magnitude 6.7 or greater earthquake within 100 km of Los Angeles in the next 30 years. The most likely source is the Newport-Inglewood Fault, which has a maximum credible magnitude of 7.4.
What fault lines are near Los Angeles?
The Newport-Inglewood Fault runs approximately 8 km from Los Angeles and is the most significant local seismic threat, with a maximum credible magnitude of 7.4. Other nearby faults include the Puente Hills Thrust Fault (5 km), the Hollywood Fault (12 km), the San Andreas Fault (Mojave segment) (60 km).
Was there an earthquake in Los Angeles today?
No earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater have been recorded near Los Angeles in the past 24 hours. The most recent M2.5+ event was 3 days ago.
How do I prepare for an earthquake in Los Angeles?
If you feel shaking, immediately Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Drop to your hands and knees, take cover under a sturdy desk or table, and hold on until shaking stops. Stay away from windows and exterior walls. Given the proximity of the Newport-Inglewood Fault (max credible M7.4), residents should have an earthquake emergency kit prepared. See our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
About This Page
This page is maintained by Earthquake Tracker, an independent seismic activity reporting service. Earthquake data is sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Earthquake Hazards Program and updated every hour. Probability estimates use the USGS Uniform California Earthquake Rupture Forecast (UCERF3) for California cities. Historical earthquake data is sourced from the USGS Historical Earthquake Catalog. Fault information comes from the USGS Quaternary Fault and Fold Database and SCEC Community Fault Model.
Last data refresh: 2026-06-13T12:43:31.849Z · Last reviewed: June 13, 2026