Two small earthquakes struck the Malibu area on February 15, 2025. The first earthquake occurred at 11:44 p.m. on Friday, registering a magnitude of 3.7 and felt across multiple regions including the Westside and Ventura County.
- Two small earthquakes occurred in Malibu.
- First quake magnitude was 3.7.
- Second quake measured at 3.5.
- Felt across multiple regions including Ventura County.
- Epicenter located near Malibu and Thousand Oaks.
- No damage reported from the quakes.
A second quake followed at 6:30 a.m. Saturday, measuring 3.5 in magnitude. Residents reported feeling a sharp jolt that triggered car alarms, but there were no reports of damage.
The recent seismic activity near Malibu is part of California’s ongoing geological dynamics. Earthquakes are common in this region due to tectonic plate movements along the San Andreas Fault system.
The details of the two quakes are as follows:
- First earthquake: Magnitude 3.7 at 11:44 p.m., February 14, 2025
- Second earthquake: Magnitude 3.5 at 6:30 a.m., February 15, 2025
- Epicenter location: Seven miles northwest of Malibu and nine miles southwest of Thousand Oaks
Residents across various areas reported sensations from both earthquakes, particularly noting that the second quake caused noticeable disturbances such as triggering car alarms in Ventura County. Despite these occurrences, emergency services confirmed that no injuries or significant damages were reported following either event.
The two earthquakes near Malibu highlight the region’s vulnerability to seismic events but also demonstrate preparedness among residents and authorities who responded swiftly without reports of damage or injury.
