A moderate earthquake rocks Northern California, but no immediate reports of damage or injuries
2026-06-24T15:47:08Z FORT BRAGG, Calif. (AP) — A moderate earthquake shook a remote area of Northern California on Wednesday morning, but there were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries. The epicenter of the quake, with a preliminary magnitude of 5.6, was about 140 mi.
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- Published: Jun 24, 2026, 3:53 PM UTC
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