Topic: Puente Hills Fault

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Authentified
Episode 1687 2:46:06 - 2:49:08

1687: Authentified

LA Earthquake Faults, Real Estate Retrofitting

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake on the Puente Hills Fault has renewed focus on seismic retrofitting in Los Angeles. Approximately 6,000 buildings in LA County are reportedly in need of updates. The hosts suggest that the sudden media focus on fault lines and mandatory retrofits may be a "real estate scam" to force owners out of older properties.