Series of 5.7 Magnitude Earthquakes Hit Hawaii and Los Angeles Area

A magnitude-5.7 earthquake struck the Big Island of Hawaii, with shaking felt in Honolulu about 200 miles away. The earthquake, centered south of Naalehu, occurred at a depth of 6 miles, with several aftershocks following. No significant damage was immediately reported, and no tsunami warning was expected. Big Island Mayor Mitch Roth, who was in Honolulu at the time, felt the shaking and immediately contacted emergency management officials. Residents and businesses reported feeling the forceful shaking, with some minor items falling but no major damage.