Small 2.9-magnitude earthquake reported in the San Fernando Valley near Sylmar

SYLMAR, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A 2.9-magnitude earthquake was reported in the San Fernando Valley Wednesday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The quake struck around 4 p.m. about a mile west of Sylmar. Eyewitness News received several calls from viewers saying they felt shaking in their area.
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There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage.

Nearly 52 years ago, a 6.6-magnitude earthquake jolted the Sylmar area, which caused serious damage.


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