The earthquake occurred just after 4:30 am local time along a previously undiscovered blind thrust fault in the San Fernando Valley. Its epicentre was in Northridge, a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) west-northwest of downtown Los Angeles. The major shock lasted 10–20 seconds and registered a magnitude of 6.7.
Fatality estimates range from just under 60 to more than 70 people killed, with most studies placing the number at around 60. The timing of the earthquake (early morning during a federal holiday) is thought to have prevented a higher death toll, as most residents were in their beds, rather than on failed freeways or in other collapsed structures (such as office buildings or parking lots). Most of the casualties occurred in wood-frame apartment buildings, popular in the San Fernando Valley, and particularly in those with weak first floors or lower-level parking garages.
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From a global pandemic to UFOs, there may be an insurance policy to cover families and property LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) December 30, 2020 2020 has been a rollercoaster of a year – from a global pandemic to UFOs – it’s safe to say no one predicted these crazy events. (Bonus: Those of you who had “firenado” on your 2020 bingo card were winners!) 2020 has left the feeling that you need to be prepared for pretty much anything. Thankfully, you can buy insurance for just about everything. There are the usual suspects, such as auto, homeowners, renters and business insurance, but that’s just the beginning.