3.9 magnitude earthquake strikes Ventura County

SANTA PAULA, Calif. - A 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck Thursday afternoon in Ventura County.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) says the quake was reported at 4:25 p.m. about six miles northwest of Santa Paula.

It was recorded at a depth of about 14 miles.

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There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. While there are many variables involved, geologists say damage does not usually occur until the earthquake magnitude reaches somewhere above 4 or 5.

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