KTLA

2.6-magnitude earthquake felt in Orange County

Earthquake file image.

A small earthquake was reported in Orange County Wednesday afternoon, the latest minor quake to be felt in Southern California over the past four days.

The preliminary 2.6-magnitude earthquake happened around 1:46 p.m., about 2 miles east of Newport Beach at a depth of about 7.7 miles, according to the United States Geological Survey.


According to the USGS “Felt Report,” 41 people in the area confirmed feeling a jolt in their area as of 2 p.m.

A 2.6-magnitude earthquake was reported in Orange County on June 5, 2024

There have been no reports of injuries or damage so far.