A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California on Monday, centered about 12 miles north-northeast of Indio, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
The quake occurred just before 6 p.m. local time and was felt across parts of the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas.
There were no immediate reports of serious damage or injuries.
The Context
More than 70 percent of Californians live within 30 miles of a major fault, according to the California Department of Conservation, increasing the risk that even moderate seismic activity could impact a large number of residents…