Add The California Post on Google An earthquake briefly shook parts of LA‘s South Bay early Sunday, catching residents off guard overnight.
The US Geological Survey recorded the quake at magnitude 3.2, with the epicenter located 2 miles southeast of Compton. It struck shortly after midnight, at approximately 12:15 a.m.
The earthquake originated nearly 8 miles below the surface, according to the USGS.
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake near Compton, Los Angeles. Sign up for the California Morning Report newsletter California's top news, sports and entertainment delivered to your inbox every day.
No injuries or damage had been reported following the earthquake. People in communities across the area said they felt the tremor, though there were no immediate indications of a major impact.
No injuries or damage had been reported following the earthquake.
Officials will continue watching for any additional seismic activity.
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