A magnitude 3.9 earthquake shook Los Angeles late Sunday night, just as Hollywood was celebrating its biggest night of the year. The tremor struck around 10:13 p.m., with its epicenter in North Hollywood, near Universal City. While there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, the timing of the quake had many on edge, especially those attending post-Oscars festivities.
Shaking Felt Across LA
People across the city felt the quake, from the San Fernando Valley to Long Beach, Pasadena, and even parts of the Westside. Many took to social media to describe the sudden jolt, with some calling it a “quick but strong shake” and others saying it felt like a “heavy truck rolling by.”
Despite the widespread reports, the Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed that no major damage had been reported. Officials decided against activating an emergency earthquake response, but the event served as a stark reminder of California’s ever-present seismic activity.
Oscars Afterparty Interrupted?
The timing of the quake was almost cinematic—it hit just as Hollywood’s elite were heading to glamorous afterparties. At the Vanity Fair Oscars bash, held at the Wallis Annenberg Center in Beverly Hills, attendees reportedly felt the tremors. A livestream from the event even showed a brief reaction to the shaking, fueling discussions online.
Among those at the party were big names like Adrien Brody, Zoe Saldana, Heidi Klum, Cara Delevingne, and Olivia Rodrigo. While no one appeared to panic, the moment quickly became a trending topic on social media.
Recent Earthquakes in California
This wasn’t the first shake-up in California recently. Over the past month, several small quakes have been recorded, including a 3.7 and 3.5 magnitude tremor near Malibu. Northern California also experienced a cluster of minor quakes last week, with five hitting the San Francisco Bay Area in just 24 hours.
Experts continue to remind Californians that the state sits on multiple fault lines and that staying prepared for larger quakes is crucial.
A Reminder to Stay Prepared
While Sunday night’s earthquake was relatively minor, it was a wake-up call for many. Seismologists always urge residents to have emergency kits, know evacuation routes, and be prepared for bigger quakes.
For now, Los Angeles can breathe a sigh of relief. The earth may have shaken, but the show went on.
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