Earthquake Strikes off Malibu Coast

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United States Geological Survey

Malibu residents had a rude awakening in the early morning hours on Tuesday, after tremors roused sleepers from bed a little earlier than usual — 3 a.m. 

An earthquake was felt along the Malibu coast Tuesday, Dec. 27. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 3.3-shallow magnitude quake hit at 2:58 a.m., with its epicenter being just 5 miles off the west-southwest coast. 

No injuries or property damage were reported.