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Shake It Off! LA Prepares for the Olympics While Riding Earthquake Waves!

Earthquake - Economic Impact - Infrastructure - Los Angeles - Mayor Karen Bass - Natural Disasters - Olympics 2028 - Sports - Sustainability

From hosting the 2028 Olympics to shaking up with earthquakes, Los Angeles is on a wild ride!

As Los Angeles gears up for its third Olympic hosting in 2028, the city is going all out to put on a show that dazzles the whole world. Think modernization meets sustainability – Los Angeles aims to not only translate the spirit of the Olympics but also embrace a greener approach. With iconic venues being revamped and new structures on the rise, the stage is being set for a spectacular celebration of sports. The excitement is palpable, and the countdown has officially begun for an event that promises to redefine athletic glory!

However, as the city plows ahead with its grand plans, Mother Nature had her own agenda with a recent 4.4 magnitude earthquake shaking up the landscape. This quake rattled homes and startled residents, leaving a reminder that while LA is busy preparing for the Summer Games, the ground beneath is quite literally shifting. With the earthquake striking just after another potent 5.2 tremor, even the most dedicated Angelenos are left pondering whether they need to turn up their yoga practice just a notch to stay centered.

In the midst of preparing for the upcoming Olympics, even the Olympic flag couldn't escape the city's seismic drama! The flag recently touched down at LAX, marking a significant moment as the city welcomes the baton from Paris. Imagine Karen Bass, the Mayor of LA, landing from a flight that journeyed from the Eiffel Tower to the City of Angels, and all the while, the ground reverberates like it's dancing too! With infrastructure improvements that aim at enhancing the experience for athletes and spectators alike, it's clear that LA is determined to put the 'O' in Olympic and 'Oh my!' in earthquake.

But before you quickly decide to avoid LA altogether, let's throw in some fun facts: Did you know that the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 1984 introduced the idea of corporate sponsorship in the Games? This savvy move helped the city turn a profit and set a new precedent for future Olympics. Also, here’s a quirky tidbit: California is home to approximately 10,000 earthquakes each year, but only a few are significant enough to be widely felt. So, next time you shake it on the dance floor, remember that LA is just shaking it beneath too! Who knows, maybe the Olympics will bring some unforgettable routines that are sure to impress, both on stage and on the Richter scale!

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From Paris to Los Angeles: How the city is preparing for the 2028 ... (The Hindu)

Los Angeles prepares for its third Olympic games in 2028, focusing on modernization, sustainability, and iconic venues.

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Significant earthquake rattles Los Angeles (NBC News)

A magnitude 4.4 earthquake hit Los Angeles on Monday afternoon, rattling a wide swath of the city. The earthquake, which was initially measured at magnitude ...

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'Significant' earthquake rocks Los Angeles (ABC News)

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake rocked the Los Angeles region early Monday afternoon. The epicenter was located near the city's Highland Park neighborhood, a few ...

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Earthquake hits Los Angeles area (BBC News)

A powerful earthquake struck near Los Angeles, California on Monday afternoon, shaking homes and startling residents for miles. The 4.4 magnitude quake's ...

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Los Angeles, next up for Summer Olympics, hopes to turn a profit (Deccan Herald)

As the city prepares to host the 2028 Summer Games, construction crews have fanned out, racing to bolster the area's infrastructure to accommodate hundreds of ...

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Earthquake shakes Los Angeles area (PBS NewsHour)

The quake comes less than a week after a 5.2 magnitude temblor hit southern California and was also widely felt in Los Angeles. That quake caused no injuries or ...

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 has struck the Los Angeles ... (Hindustan Times)

The quake was felt from greater Los Angeles south to San Diego and east to the Palm Springs desert region, according to the USGS community reporting page. A ...

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Live updates: Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles ahead of LA 2028 (NBC Southern California)

The Olympic flag arrives at LAX ahead of the 2028 Olympics. Watch live coverage when Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass lands on a flight from Paris.

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What Travelers Need To Know About The 2028 Olympic Games In ... (Forbes)

The 2024 Summer Olympics ended yesterday in Paris, with the baton being passed on to Los Angeles, who will host the Games in 2028. Though four years away, ...

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Preliminary magnitude-4.4 earthquake rocks South Pasadena (NBC Southern California)

Many parts of Southern California felt shaking Monday afternoon as a preliminary 4.7-magnitude earthquake shook the South Pasadena area.

Magnitude 4.6 earthquake hits Los Angeles area (The Hindu)

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 has struck the Los Angeles area, the U.S. Geological Survey has said. People reported feeling it strongly across the ...

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Magnitude 4.4 earthquake shakes Los Angeles (CNN)

A magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred in Los Angeles at 12:20 p.m. PT, according to the US Geological Survey. The quake had an initial reported intensity of ...

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'No-car Games': Los Angeles readies for its 2028 Olympics closeup (The Guardian)

In a closing ceremony this weekend, the R&B artist HER sang the national anthem in Paris where Tom Cruise rappelled from the roof of the Stade de France and the ...

4.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Los Angeles (The New York Times)

The quake was centered about five miles northeast of downtown, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. There were no initial reports of serious damage.

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Los Angeles looks ahead for next Olympics, hopes to turn a profit (Business Standard)

LA28 has an estimated budget of nearly $7 billion to cover costs including the opening and closing ceremonies.

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'Significant' earthquake shakes Los Angeles area (FOX Weather)

A strong earthquake rattled the greater Los Angeles area on Monday after being recorded near Highland Park, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles, host city for 2028 Games (Reuters)

The Olympic flag arrived on Monday in Los Angeles, where it will be flown in 2028 when the city hosts the next Summer Games.

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4.4 magnitude earthquake shakes Los Angeles area (The Indian Express)

The epicenter was located close to well-known landmarks such as the Hollywood sign and the Griffith Observatory.

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Los Angeles earthquake follows cluster of California temblors ... (USA TODAY)

Southern Californians felt yet another earthquake Monday afternoon when a 4.4 magnitude temblor shook the region.

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Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles as city prepares for 2028 Games (ABC7 Los Angeles)

Mayor Karen Bass arrived in Los Angeles Monday with the official Olympic flag as the city prepares to host the global event in four years.

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Olympic flag arrival kicks off 2028 Summer Games 'pressure' for Los ... (Sportstar)

The Olympic flag arrived under bright skies Monday in Los Angeles, where officials now have four short years to organize a Games capable of rivalling the ...

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Buildings shake as 4.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Los Angeles area (Moneycontrol.com)

The shallow quake was only 7.5 miles deep and directly under the populated areas of Los Angeles, so was likely felt widely despite the relatively modest ...

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Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles ahead of 2028 Games - ESPN (ESPN India)

The flag arrived aboard a Delta Airlines jet carrying American athletes and officials, and painted with "LA28" and palm trees on its side. Hip-hop legend Tupac ...

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Here's how the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 will differ from Paris (NBC Southern California)

The 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles will include some sports that were not in Paris, including flag football, among several changes from 2024.

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Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games Planners See Economic Upside (The New York Times)

The 2028 Games will be the third for Los Angeles as host, but it will be a challenge to repeat the success of 1984.

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Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles, host city for 2028 Games (Deccan Herald)

The flag arrived aboard a Delta Airlines jet carrying American athletes and officials, and painted with "LA28" and palm trees on its side. Hip-hop legend Tupac ...

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Los Angeles under 'pressure' to deliver 2028 Games as Olympic flag ... (The National)

From traffic to homelessness, the California city has 'a lot of work to do' to be ready, says mayor.

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As Olympic flag lands in Los Angeles, pressure turns up for 2028 ... (USA TODAY)

Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass arrived back home and waved the Olympic flag on Monday to signal the city is next to host the Summer Games.

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