USGS map shows the location of the quake.
USGS map shows the location of the quake.

A 3.0-magnitude earthquake centered about 2 miles northwest of Santa Monica lightly shook the area at 10:28 p.m. on Monday night.

The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake was felt as far north as Simi Valley and as far south as Mission Viejo.

The quake was approximately 5 miles underground in the Santa Monica Canyon area, according to the USGS.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

— From Staff and Wire Reports

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