Wouldn't surprise me if it was all spin.  The latest theory is that because of yesterday's heavy winds in our area, the anchovies all sought shelter in the marina and used up all the oxygen.  

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Date-Time

Tuesday, March 08, 2011 at 08:17:17 PM at epicenter

Location 34.280°N, 116.837°W
Depth 6 km (3.7 miles)
Region SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Distances

2 km (1 miles) NNE (20°) from Big Bear City, CA


But I wonder if it was the 7-pointer in Japan that drove the anchovies onto our shores.  See "Japan/Alaska" page.

Last Edited By: EQSenCA Mar 8 11 11:17 PM. Edited 1 times.