Archived 2023 resource
This page preserves emergency information gathered during Hurricane Hilary and earthquake preparation in 2023. The statistics and emergency statements below are historical and should not be treated as current alerts.
Historical earthquake and storm information
In 2023, an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.1 struck parts of Southern California as residents prepared for the arrival of Tropical Storm Hilary. It was centered southeast of Ojai, California, around 2:40 p.m. local time, at a depth of approximately 9 miles. Smaller aftershocks were recorded.
The historical report stated that no tsunamis were expected and no significant injuries or damages were reported at that time. California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office urged preparedness for potential aftershocks.
Historical 2023 road-closure snapshot
The following statement is preserved exactly as a 2023 snapshot: “Currently 33 road closures, 4 planned road closures, and 3 road closures affecting disaster routes.”
The archived examples included Sand Spring Dr, Pepperdale Dr to Julie Dr in Rowland Heights, and Avenue Q, 160th Street East to 170th Street East in Lake Los Angeles.
Current official resources
Check live information before you travel or respond
These links are current-resource destinations, distinct from the archived material above. Confirm alerts, closures, transit service, and airport conditions directly with the responsible agencies.