4.4 Quake Rattles Inland Empire, No Damage Reported

A series of earthquakes struck California's Inland Empire on Thursday morning, with the largest registering a preliminary magnitude between 4.2 and 4.4 near Fontana around 9:30 a.m. Tremors were felt across a broad area, including Riverside, Lancaster, Oceanside, the Coachella Valley, and parts of Los Angeles County. Multiple smaller quakes near Rialto were also recorded, ranging from 2.8 to 3.1 in magnitude. No injuries or major damage have been reported, and the U.S. Geological Survey's warning system did not issue an alert for the main quake. Authorities and news outlets continue to monitor the situation as aftershocks remain possible. The events highlight the region's ongoing seismic risk and the importance of earthquake preparedness.