Magnitude 3.6 earthquake rattles Southern California’s Malibu area

A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California’s coastal region Monday at 4:22 a.m.

The quake hit roughly 3 miles northwest of Malibu at a depth of about 10 miles, according to the U.S. Geological Survey .

“So it’s possibly an aftershock of the quake we had several days ago,” KTLA’s Eric Spillman said.

The same area was jolted by a 4.7 magnitude temblor on Sept. 12.

Monday’s quake was felt as far as Long Beach to the southeast and Ventura to the northwest. “We didn’t feel it here in the studio,” Eric said.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injury.

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What to do in an earthquake

During an earthquake, experts say knowing the proper steps to protect yourself and minimize injury is crucial. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) provides detailed guidelines on what to do during such events. Here are the key points:

Drop, Cover, and Hold On:

Drop: Immediately drop down onto your hands and knees. This position prevents you from being knocked over and allows you to stay low and crawl to safety if necessary.

Cover: Use one arm to protect your head and neck, and if possible, take shelter under a sturdy table or desk. If no shelter is available, get down next to an interior wall away from windows. Stay on your knees and bend over to protect vital organs.

Hold On: Hold on to your shelter until the shaking stops. Be prepared to move with your shelter if it shifts.

Thousands of earthquakes are recorded in California yearly, but the vast majority are incredibly minor. Several hundred reach a magnitude of 3.0, and only about 15 to 20 are greater than magnitude 4.0, according to the USGS .

In North America, only Alaska records more quakes per year than California.

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