India, Sept. 2 -- A 3.4-magnitude earthquake hit Southern California's Inland Empire near Ontario early Wednesday morning, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).

The earthquake happened at around 5:37 am Wednesday. The USGS said the epicenter was about 3.7 miles southeast of Ontario. Another report placed it around 4 miles southeast of Ontario. The earthquake was also about 12.5 miles east of Riverside. The quake happened at a depth of about 4 miles, according to the USGS.

Tremors were felt across several Southern California communities. The USGS Interactive Map showed reports of shaking in Irvine, Anaheim, Menifee, Riverside, San Bernardino and West Covina.

Residents reported mostly light shaking. The USGS Felt Report received ...