Wed Mar 12 06:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Minor Earthquake Shakes Los Angeles County
**Westlake Village, CA** – A 4.1 magnitude earthquake rattled Los Angeles County on Sunday, striking approximately 7 miles southwest of Westlake Village. The quake, which occurred at a depth of around 7 miles, was followed by several aftershocks felt in nearby Malibu, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). While the tremor was felt by residents, it is considered to be of minor intensity, falling within a range that typically causes only minimal damage. The USGS classifies earthquakes in this magnitude range (2.5 to 5.4) as often felt but rarely destructive.