MAGNITUDE 2.5 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR LOMPOC
By CAL WIRE Weather Desk | PUBLISHED: Monday, August 17, 2026 · Updated August 24, 2026
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MAGNITUDE 2.5 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR LOMPOC
A magnitude 2.5 earthquake hit 12 kilometers south-southwest of Lompoc early Saturday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake struck at 5:08 a.m. PT at a depth of 7 kilometers.
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The temblor was relatively shallow and centered in Santa Barbara County's wine country region. There is no immediate word on damage or injuries.
See also: MAGNITUDE 2.7 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR ORANGE COVE · MAGNITUDE 2.5 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR PETROLIA
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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