01 Dec 2023 | 08:14 AM UTC
US: Magnitude-4.8 earthquake occurs close to the US-Mexico border at around 23:43 Nov. 30
Magnitude-4.8 earthquake occurs in southern Calif., US, at around 23:43 Nov. 30. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A magnitude-4.8 earthquake occurred in southern California close to the US-Mexico border at around 23:43 Nov. 30. The epicenter was about 12 km (7 miles) east of Ocotillo, California. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles), and light shaking was probably felt throughout parts of southern California and southwestern Arizona in the US and northern Baja California and far northwestern Sonora in Mexico. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake, significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Light aftershocks are likely over the coming days.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
