3.1-magnitude earthquake shakes Avila Beach

December 27, 2023

By KAREN VELIE

A magnitude 3.1 earthquake hit near Avila Beach on Wednesday afternoon, near the Diablo Canyon power plant.

The earthquake struck at 12:05 p.m. about 5 miles northwest of Avila Beach, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The earthquake caused mild shaking, with no damage reported.

Several smaller earthquakes occurred before and after the quake.

 


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If nuclear regulatory agency data is correct, we don’t need to worry about Diablo Canyon until we have an earthquake of 6.8 or larger. Beyond that, all bets are off. Pray for God‘s grace.


Wiggled my place. The dogs were confused :)