A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Mendocino County, Northern California, on Wednesday morning at approximately 8:10 a.m., according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and multiple reports.
Key Takeaways
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Mendocino County on Wednesday morning, causing power outages and shaking across Northern California.
- Earthquake epicentered near Willits in Mendocino County
- Shaking felt as far north as Humboldt County and south to Sonoma County
- No immediate reports of major damage or injuries
- Several aftershocks reported within an hour
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▼Source Claims Check
2 Differences FoundAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims. 2 points of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epicenter Location | 1 Difference | Los Angeles Times and CBS News report epicenter near Willits; Reuters says it was 6.9 miles north of Redwood Valley | ▼ |
| Aftershocks | 1 Difference | Los Angeles Times reports several aftershocks up to 2.7; CBS News details specific magnitudes | ▼ |
| Earthquake Magnitude | Broad Agreement | Magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Mendocino County | |
| Earthquake Time | Broad Agreement | Earthquake struck at 8:10 a.m. | |
| Power Outages | Broad Agreement | Power outages affecting hundreds to thousands of customers |
Epicenter Location
▼Los Angeles Times and CBS News report epicenter near Willits; Reuters says it was 6.9 miles north of Redwood Valley
Aftershocks
▼Los Angeles Times reports several aftershocks up to 2.7; CBS News details specific magnitudes
Earthquake Magnitude
Broad AgreementMagnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Mendocino County
Earthquake Time
Broad AgreementEarthquake struck at 8:10 a.m.
Power Outages
Broad AgreementPower outages affecting hundreds to thousands of customers
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The quake's epicenter was located about seven miles southeast of Willits and 15 miles north of Ukiah. The shaking was felt across a wide area, from Humboldt County in the north to Sonoma County in the south. Reports indicate that items were knocked off shelves and out of cupboards, with power outages affecting hundreds to thousands of customers.
According to Senator Mike McGuire, supplies and items were displaced in stores throughout the region, and pictures fell off walls in homes. The USGS reported several aftershocks within an hour of the main earthquake, with magnitudes up to 2.7. Shaking intensities varied across the region, ranging from 'very strong' near Redwood Valley to 'weak' in areas like Eureka and Chico.
Governor Gavin Newsom's office confirmed that he had been briefed on the earthquake and was coordinating with emergency officials to assess potential impacts and damage. There were no immediate reports of major damage to highways or other public infrastructure, including hospitals and water systems. The USGS' early warning system activated alerts across the San Francisco Bay Area.
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