Archive for December, 2009
New Year New Laws
THE NEW YEAR BRINGS NEW LAWS SACRAMENTO, Calif. –January not only rings in a new year, but also new laws for 2010. The California Highway Patrol reminds drivers to be familiar with these new traffic laws passed by the Legislature and signed by the Governor. These are just a few of the news laws that take effect in either January or July 2010. “The new laws are designed to make our roadways a safe place for motorists,” states CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “Familiarize yourself with [...]
Imperial County Earthquake Damage
Earthquakes Blitz through Imperial Valley By Chris Furguson On December 30, 2009, at around 10:50 AM, at least four earthquakes rocked the Imperial Valley in less than 20 minutes. The first quake began at 10:48 am and registered 5.8 on the magnitude scale. That quake’s epicenter was several miles south east of Mexicali. The second quake, which registered at 4.9, took place at 10:53 am and had an epicenter close to the previous quake. The third one registered 3.4, hit at [...]
Imperial County Rocked By Earthquakes
Earthquakes Blitz through Imperial Valley By Chris Furguson On December 30, 2009, at around 10:50 AM, at least four earthquakes rocked the Imperial Valley in less than 20 minutes. The first quake began at 10:48 am and registered 5.8 on the magnitude scale. That quake’s epicenter was several miles south east of Mexicali. The second quake, which registered at 4.9, took place at 10:53 am and had an epicenter close to the previous quake. The third one registered 3.4, hit at [...]
