Malibu continues to experience a concerning increase in seismic activity as two earthquakes struck within the past 24 hours, adding to a growing pattern of moderate quakes in the region. The recent tremors come just months after a notable earthquake hit the area last September, further reinforcing concerns that Malibu has become an earthquake hotbed.
The first of the two most recent quakes occurred on March 9, 2025, as part of a broader uptick in seismic events affecting the Los Angeles area. According to reports, Malibu has now recorded at least three earthquakes larger than magnitude 4.0 in the past year, raising questions about fault activity in the region.
Early on March 10, 2025, at approximately 2:23 AM, a magnitude 3.3 earthquake struck just eight miles from Thousand Oaks, shaking parts of Malibu and surrounding areas. While no significant damage or injuries were reported, many residents felt the tremor and took to social media to express concerns over the frequency of recent quakes.
These latest incidents follow a notable earthquake in September 2024, when a magnitude 4.2 quake rattled Malibu and surrounding communities. That event was strong enough to be felt across the Los Angeles region and served as a reminder of the area’s vulnerability to seismic activity.
Seismologists warn that Malibu sits along several fault lines, including the Malibu Coast Fault, which has the potential for more significant earthquakes. Experts are monitoring the increased activity closely, as repeated moderate quakes can sometimes be foreshocks to a larger seismic event.
Meteorologist Jason Farhang was interviewed in depth about his concerns regarding the uptick in Malibu Fault seismic activity and its connection other faults in our region.
Authorities are urging residents to stay prepared, secure heavy furniture, and have emergency supplies on hand. As seismic activity in Malibu continues to rise, both experts and the public will be watching closely to determine if these tremors signal an impending major earthquake.
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