Breaking News: Earthquakes Strike California and Nevada

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Jolts Los Angeles Area

Multiple Fires Reported After 7.1 Quake in Southern California

A series of earthquakes have struck California and Nevada in recent days, causing widespread shaking and damage.

The most powerful earthquake, a magnitude 7.1, struck Southern California on Friday night, 11 miles northeast of the city of Ridgecrest. The quake triggered multiple fires and caused widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure.

On Monday afternoon, a magnitude 4.4 earthquake centered in El Sereno rattled the Los Angeles area. The earthquake was widely felt across the region, from Los Angeles to San Diego.

No major injuries or deaths have been reported from any of the earthquakes, but officials are urging residents to be prepared for aftershocks.