Viewers were left bewildered on Monday when a 4.4 magnitude earthquake shook ESPN’s Los Angeles studio amid a live telecast of NBA Today.
Host Malika Andrews, who was discussing with basketball expert Rebecca Lobo when the seismic event took place, exhibited remarkable poise throughout the ordeal.
This was despite the fact that the tremor was powerful enough to rock the building and disrupt the camera’s position.
ESPN Los Angeles studio shakes during an earthquake on NBA Today, and Malika Andrews handled it like a pro. pic.twitter.com/KPGndlCx01
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) August 12, 2024
“We’re currently experiencing a light earthquake here in Los Angeles,” she remarked calmly as the tremors began. “We will ensure that our studio lights… everything stays secure. Everything’s wobbling.”
After conferring with her production team, Andrews informed the audience: “We sincerely thank you for your understanding during that; our studio was trembling a bit.”
Following the broadcast, Andrews tweeted: “What a terrifying moment here in our LA studios. Immense gratitude to our fantastic staff and crew who kept their cool under pressure! Stay safe, dear Angelenos.”
Andrews’ outstanding handling of the situation also earned her many supporters on social platforms:
Malika Andrews just managed an earthquake on live TV like I swat flies. That was wild. pic.twitter.com/Nx3jOcHUHQ
— Noah Coslov (@NoahCoslov) August 12, 2024
When I go live, I trip over my words when a producer talks in my ear. @malika_andrews faces a real earthquake during her segment and doesn’t even flinch. Amazing. https://t.co/tHGh5Ug6Q4
— Jon Krawczynski (@JonKrawczynski) August 12, 2024
Malika Andrews that’s exactly how you excel in your role sis 👏🏽#MalikaAndrews #NBA #Earthquake #ESPN pic.twitter.com/ucDiNwK1JO
— Chris (@RealDealChris) August 12, 2024
@malika_andrews handled the earthquake like a real professional while live on air https://t.co/VhybDS7cvz
— stan verrett (@stanverrett) August 12, 2024
An earthquake just hit LA during this ESPN segment and WOW Malika Andrews managed it remarkably well!
No way I would have remained that calm 😂 pic.twitter.com/c7BChawx8C
— EverythingKnicks (@EverythinKnicks) August 12, 2024
Malika Andrews maintains her tranquility during an earthquake in LA, prioritizing the safety and welfare of everyone ❤️
— Women Posting W’s (@womenpostingws) August 12, 2024
Wow she was so collected and smooth; I would likely have been screaming like Chris Tucker 😭😭😭
— Danielle – poor decisions & baseball ⚾ (@danielleRoyalKC) August 12, 2024
Her level of composure is unparalleled
— Dr. Rajpal Brar, DPT (@3cbPerformance) August 12, 2024
Image Source: Malika Andrews @ Instagram
