3.6 earthquake hits off Orange County coast overnight, USGS says

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. (KABC) -- A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Orange County overnight, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The quake hit around 1:05 a.m. Tuesday at a depth of nearly four miles. Although it hit several miles off the coast, some light shaking was felt in the San Clemente area.

No injuries or damage was reported.

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."