Understanding Earthquake Shaking: Effects, Aftershocks, and Soil Conditions
A magnitude-3.4 earthquake occurred on Monday morning southwest of Redlands, causing shaking in Redlands, Riverside, Yucaipa, and nearby areas in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The intensity of earthquake shaking experienced depends on the magnitude, distance from the epicenter, and local soil conditions. The closer you are to the epicenter, the stronger the seismic waves felt, with soil type affecting the amplification of the shaking. Some earthquakes may be followed by larger aftershocks, while others may be foreshocks to bigger quakes. Aftershocks can persist for varying durations after the initial earthquake, ranging from days to years.