4.7-magnitude quake strikes near Ridgecrest

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Friday, July 26, 2019
4.7-magnitude quake strikes near Ridgecrest
A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Ridgecrest Thursday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

RIDGECREST, Calif. (KABC) -- A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Ridgecrest Thursday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.



The quake struck 16 miles from the Coso Junction in Inyo County at approximately 5:42 p.m.



According to the USGS, the quake struck at a depth of just over one mile.



It was the strongest in a swarm of aftershocks to strike the area, all within about 15 minutes. The other quakes registered at magnitudes of 3.4 and 3.1.



ABC7 has compiled a list of items that are important to have in your earthquake kit so that you're prepared for "the big one."


There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage.



VIDEO: Man records terrifying moment 7.1 magnitude earthquake hits Ridgecrest



Aftershocks continue hitting the area after two powerful temblors hit near Ridgecrest on July 4 and July 5.



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