A future earthquake in Los Angeles CA?
Yes, it is very likely that a future earthquake will occur in Los Angeles, California. Los Angeles is located in a seismically active region, and there have been numerous earthquakes in the area throughout history. The San Andreas Fault, which is capable of producing major earthquakes, runs through the region. Scientists have estimated that there is a 72% chance of a major earthquake (magnitude 6.7 or greater) occurring in the Los Angeles area within the next 30 years.