Magnitude‑3.1 Quake Shakes Southern Los Angeles County
A magnitude‑3.1 quake struck southeast of Compton on September 17, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., shaking nearby South Gate, Bellflower, Long Beach and Compton.
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A magnitude‑3.1 quake struck southeast of Compton on September 17, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., shaking nearby South Gate, Bellflower, Long Beach and Compton.
A 3.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Compton, South Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon, with the U.S. Geological Survey reporting it as a minor event and noting no immediate damage.
A magnitude 3.2 earthquake occurred near Compton on September 6, 2026, originating from the Newport‑Inglewood Fault Zone. No damage or injuries were reported, but the event highlights the fault's activity in a densely populated area.