Close Menu
Hey, Visit us tomorrow!

If you love the idea of seeing all the strange stuff happening in the world right now, bookmark this page and come back again.

People Are Loving These Stories...

FACT CHECK: Is P. Diddy Really in Jail?

Brutal Russian Lathe Machine Accident Video Explained

What Happened to Crystal Rogers? The Disappearance of Crystal Rogers Explained

What Happened to Courtney Cook from DCC?

Is Rikki Lynn Laughlin Arrested? What Did St. James Teacher Rikki Lynn Laughlin Really Do?

FACT CHECK: Did Hamas Bake a Baby in an Oven?

Joe Hawley Controversy Explained

VivziePop Controversy Explained in Detail

Does Susan Collins Have Parkinson’s? Why Does Susan Collins Shake?

Why Is Young Thug in Jail? Know All About the Trial

FACT CHECK: Are Pirates Real?

Recent Comments
  • 2j Bet on Is Ryan Palmer Related to Legendary Golfer Arnold Palmer?
  • TIRANGA GAME LOGIN on How to Breed Yool in My Singing Monsters?
  • big win on Where Does MrBeast Actually Live? (Revealed)
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Reddit TikTok Snapchat Threads
Averagebeing
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube WhatsApp
Averagebeing
Home»World»Earthquake in Ojai Explained: Southern California Experiences ‘Hurriquake’
World

Earthquake in Ojai Explained: Southern California Experiences ‘Hurriquake’

How much damage did the earthquake in Ojai cause?
Aaheli PradhanBy Aaheli PradhanAugust 21, 2023Updated:November 4, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read148 Views
Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Copy Link LinkedIn Tumblr Email Reddit WhatsApp
Earthquake in Ojai Explained Southern California Experiences ‘Hurriquake’
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email Copy Link Reddit WhatsApp

As if a Category 1 tropical storm wasn’t enough, Southern California also experienced an earthquake at the same time. In short, the area is receiving natural disasters of a lifetime.

Tropical storm Hilary broke California’s 84-year-old record of no huge storms, and the region is suddenly doomed to experience flash floods, power outages, fallen trees, torn power lines, and much more. So, of course, adding to their pain is another disaster.

Did Ojai Have an Earthquake?

Yes, Ojai in Southern California experienced an Earthquake on Sunday noon at 2:41 pm. The quake was centered 4.34 miles southeast of Ojai with a 5.0 magnitude that later upgraded to 5.1. The earthquake rattled the larger South California region.

Several minor tremors were also felt around the same area ranging between 2.8 and 3.6 magnitude. The aftershocks continued till Sunday evening. According to the USGS, at least five more earthquakes hit the area between 9:48 pm and 10:30 pm.

The timing of the earthquake could not have been worse as Californians are already suffering from tropical storm Hilary.

🚨#WATCH: As a Ring Security Camera Captures Video of Ground Shaking During Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake

📌#Ventura | #California

Watch incredible footage as a Ring Security Camera captures the ground shaking during a magnitude 5.1 earthquake in Ojai, California. This footage was… pic.twitter.com/hGkLmEIcjc

— R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) August 21, 2023

How Bad was the Ojai Earthquake?

So far, there have been no reports of damage due to the earthquake. Damage caused by earthquakes usually doesn’t occur unless it reaches above 4 or 5 magnitudes. If the magnitude is within 2.5-5.4, it is felt by people but only causes minor damage. Thus the 5.1 earthquake did not seem to have bothered many people other than things falling off shelves and other inconveniences.

The Lost Angeles Fire Department has activated all 106 neighborhood stations to conduct surveys of the districts and have placed them on earthquake mode.

Ojai 5.1 Earthquake as seen in Ventura home #abc7eyewitness pic.twitter.com/zhZ8h1tGmO

— Perry (@Redhook49) August 20, 2023

The biggest worry, however, is whether the Ojai earthquake is capable of creating a tsunami. With tropical storm, Hilary already inundating the Baja Peninsula region and leaving a trail of destruction behind, a tsunami will definitely wipe out the coastal area.

As a result of the simultaneous strikes, the word ‘Hurriquake’ is trending on social media sites to signify the hurricane and earthquake.

Thankfully, the United States National Tsunami Warning Center has stated that a tsunami is unlikely to be caused by the Ojai earthquake. The USG also stated that there was little to no potential for a landslide or liquefaction at the time.

An aerial survey of Lake Casitas Dam, Matilija Dam, and the city of Ojai has already been conducted by the USG, and no damage could be determined. Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones explained that it is interesting to have an earthquake in the location as it is the first time to have a magnitude detection since 1932.

Are you living in an area affected by the earthquake? If so, tell us about your experience with the tremors in the comments below!

Follow on Facebook Follow on WhatsApp
Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Reddit WhatsApp
Aaheli Pradhan Author at Averagebeing.com
Aaheli Pradhan
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn

Aaheli Pradhan is a force to be reckoned with - a feisty grandma who lives life on her own terms. With a deep love for BL manga and a firm belief that Maggi is the national dish, she proudly embraces her inner weeb. Beyond her love for all things anime and pop culture, Aaheli is a multi-talented individual with a never-ending list of hobbies. From knitting to drawing, her creative pursuits know no bounds. But beware - her revenge of choice is spoiling every series you watch, so don't dare cross her! As an author, Aaheli brings a unique perspective to her writing, infusing her stories with her passion for all things geeky. Her ability to blend humor, heart, and a touch of quirkiness makes her a standout in the literary world. With her sharp wit and creative prowess, Aaheli is a rising star who is not to be underestimated.

Related Posts

Why Did Trump Sue 60 Minutes? Paramount’s $16M Settlement Explained

July 3, 2025

Why Did Microsoft Lay Off 9000 People? Is It AI?

July 3, 2025

How the Hell Did the $50k Italian Van Gogh Chair with Swarovski Crystals Break?

June 15, 2025
Add A Comment
Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Top Stories
0504 Views

FACT CHECK: Is P. Diddy Really in Jail?

By Just a guyMarch 2, 20244 Mins Read
3246 Views

Brutal Russian Lathe Machine Accident Video Explained

By Hanumanth ReddySeptember 25, 20234 Mins Read
068 Views

What Happened to Crystal Rogers? The Disappearance of Crystal Rogers Explained

By Hanumanth ReddySeptember 5, 20233 Mins Read
058 Views

What Happened to Courtney Cook from DCC?

By Yashica DudheDecember 28, 20234 Mins Read
050 Views

Is Rikki Lynn Laughlin Arrested? What Did St. James Teacher Rikki Lynn Laughlin Really Do?

By Yashica DudheOctober 27, 20233 Mins Read
649 Views

FACT CHECK: Did Hamas Bake a Baby in an Oven?

By Yashica DudheOctober 31, 20234 Mins Read
640 Views

Joe Hawley Controversy Explained

By Ishita ChatterjeeAugust 14, 20235 Mins Read
036 Views

VivziePop Controversy Explained in Detail

By Ishita ChatterjeeFebruary 21, 20245 Mins Read
036 Views

Does Susan Collins Have Parkinson’s? Why Does Susan Collins Shake?

By Anjali YadavOctober 27, 20233 Mins Read
034 Views

Why Is Young Thug in Jail? Know All About the Trial

By Ishita ChatterjeeDecember 4, 20234 Mins Read
032 Views

FACT CHECK: Are Pirates Real?

By Ishita ChatterjeeJanuary 12, 20247 Mins Read
Why Is Marvel Getting Worse?
https://youtu.be/_bweVbTC_9w?si=_e66qGH9g__fBMv4
Why Is Marvel Getting Worse?
https://youtu.be/_bweVbTC_9w?si=Qj03EOh67p9qdKda
Averagebeing
Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp
  • Know About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Editorial Policy
© 2025 Averagebeing.

Each day, stupid stuff keeps happening in our world. Some can really have an impact on us, the average everyday person, while others can be oddly fun to laugh at.

Whatever the story is, let's keep an eye on these weird news.

Turn on the notifications, follow our Facebook page, join our WhatsApp channel, bookmark Averagebeing.com, and keep coming back daily if you like these strange stories because you might not find us again if you trust Google
.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

Ad Blocker Enabled!
Ad Blocker Enabled!
Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors. Please support us by disabling your Ad Blocker.