BREAKING: Major Earthquake Strikes California

Powerful Tremor Rocks Los Angeles Area

Magnitude 7.2 Quake Causes Widespread Damage

A major earthquake struck the Los Angeles area on Monday night, causing widespread damage and injuries. The quake, which had a magnitude of 7.2, was centered near the city of Ridgecrest, California, and was felt as far away as Las Vegas and San Diego. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), it was the strongest earthquake to hit Southern California in 20 years.