An earthquake struck Kern County, which was felt throughout southern California, including Santa Clarita, on Tuesday.
Around 9:09 p.m. a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck about 14 miles northeast of Lamont, California, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
Last night's widely felt M5.2 near Lamont (south of Bakersfield) appears to have an energetic aftershock series. You can find the aftershock forecast, along with the Did You Feel It? link and other info, athttps://t.co/x6IjGqDHie pic.twitter.com/2ykuBEPLyg
— USGS Earthquakes (@USGS_Quakes) August 7, 2024
SCV residents reported feeling the jolt from the quake.
No damage from the earthquake was reported in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Ed. Note: This is a breaking news story, more information will be added as it becomes available.
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