<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=03YbG7_0wFWf6uC00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=03YbG7_0wFWf6uC00" width="612" height="337" ><figcaption>Seismograph with paper in action and earthquake - 3D Rendering</figcaption></figure><p>San Clemente Island, CA – A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of San Clemente Island early Monday morning, rattling parts of Southern California. The tremor, centered 44 km northeast of the island, was reported at 12:32 a.m. local time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).</p><p>Though minor, residents in nearby areas, including parts of Los Angeles and San Diego, may have felt light shaking. The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 0.2 km, which can increase the likelihood of shaking being felt at the surface.</p><p>The USGS is asking residents who felt the quake to contribute to its citizen science program by submitting a “Did You Feel It?” report. These reports help scientists better understand the earthquake’s impact and how widely it was felt.</p><p>So far, no damage or injuries have been reported. Residents are encouraged to stay prepared, as Southern California remains seismically active. If you felt the quake, visit the USGS website</p></div></body>

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Earthquake Shakes Southern California Coast: 3.6 Magnitude Near San Clemente Island

San Clemente Island, CA – A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of San Clemente Island early Monday morning, rattling parts of Southern California. The tremor, centered 44 km northeast of the island, was reported at 12:32 a.m. local time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Though...