4.3 magnitude earthquake rattles Southern California

A series of earthquakes and aftershocks rattled the Inland Empire on Thursday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. 

Timeline:

A preliminary 4.3-magnitude earthquake struck around 9:30 a.m. north of Fontana. It was followed by at least one aftershock in the same area, currently reported as a 3.1-magnitude quake. 

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A series of earlier earthquakes occurred in the same area earlier in the morning. The USGS reported at least two, both centered near Rialto. The first, which struck around 8:34 a.m., was a preliminary 3.0-magnitude quake, while the second, which struck about ten minutes later, was reported as a 2.8-magnitude.

What we don't know:

It's unclear if any damages or injuries were immediately reported. 

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What they're saying:

FOX 11 viewers said the quake was felt across Southern California in Orange, Chino Hills, Beaumont, West Covina, Compton, Rowland Heights, La Puente, Whitter, South Gate, Ontario and Compton.

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This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

The Source: Information for this story is from the U.S. Geological Survey.

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