4.9-magnitude earthquake rattles Southern California
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A 4.9-magnitude earthquake struck Southern California on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The temblor occurred at 5:56 p.m. Pacific time, about 12 miles northeast of Indio, California, News.Az reports, citing The New York Times.
Initial USGS data had reported a magnitude of 5.1, but seismologists may revise the measurement as more information is analyzed.
USGS officials noted that additional data could also lead to updates on the shake-severity map. Aftershocks, typically smaller tremors following the main quake, are expected in the affected area as the fault adjusts.
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