The United States Geological Survey detected 57 quakes in Kern County within 12 hours, ranging from 2.6 to 4.5 magnitudes, indicating a robust aftershock sequence after a 5.2-magnitude mainshock. Aftershocks are expected to decrease in frequency but can persist for extended periods.
USGS mentioned a 21% chance of another earthquake above magnitude 5 happening within a week and a 2% chance of a magnitude greater than 6. The latest 5.2-magnitude quake is the strongest in California this year, causing agencies like LAFD to activate earthquake response protocols to assess potential damage.
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