RIDGECREST, Calif. -- A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Coso Junction, north of Ridgecrest, Wednesday evening, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
The quake struck 5.6 miles northeast from Coso Junction at approximately 8:59 p.m. local time.
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The quake was located 36 miles north-northwest of Ridgecrest, the USGS said.
Aftershocks continue hitting the area after two powerful temblors hit near Ridgecrest on July 4 and July 5.
On July 4, a 6.4-magnitude earthquake hit Ridgecrest. It was followed by an even bigger 7.1 earthquake the next day.
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Both quakes were felt across Southern California.
Since then, hundreds of aftershocks have rattled the area in the aftermath of the quakes.
A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Coso Junction, north of Ridgecrest, Wednesday evening, the U.S. Geological Survey said. (U.S. Geological Survey)