6.5 Earthquake Off Coast of Northern California

A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the Northern coast of California, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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The quake hit at 4:27 p.m. and occurred about 15 miles southwest of Eureka.

The quake prompted power outages, and there were some injuries and damage, but no reports of fatalities so far. Local hospitals are creating a triage to treat the most injured victims.

According to Eureka Fire Chief Eric Smith, one home collapsed off its foundation and there were multiple water main breaks. Smith said even though there are many quakes in this area, this one was more traumatic because of the effects.

Power is out in at least one neighborhood in the Eureka area.

The depth was 10.2 miles.

The West Coast and Alaska Tsunami Warning Center said there is no risk of a tsunami.

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