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Anza, CA – Earthquake Alert: M3.4 Quake Strikes Near San Jacinto Mountains Today
Anza, CA – Residents across parts of Riverside County and Southern California felt light shaking Thursday morning after a moderate earthquake struck near
By County Herald Weather Center · 2025-12-19T15:26:18+00:00
Anza, CA – Residents across parts of Riverside County and Southern California felt light shaking Thursday morning after a moderate earthquake struck near the San Jacinto Mountains. The United States Geological Survey reported a magnitude 3.4 earthquake occurred on Thursday morning. The quake was centered in a remote area near the San Jacinto Mountains, south of Anza, California.
Initial reports indicate the tremor occurred at a shallow depth. Light shaking was felt by residents in the immediate vicinity of Anza and surrounding communities in the San Jacinto Valley. No immediate reports of significant damage or injuries have been confirmed following the event.
Geological experts often monitor this region closely due to the complex fault lines running through the San Jacinto Mountains. Residents are encouraged to review their earthquake preparedness plans as a reminder of the region's ongoing seismic activity.