Magnitude 5.6 Earthquake Rocks Northern California
7 miles N of Redwood Valley, CA, Willits, Mendocino County
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Summary
- A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck approximately 7 miles from Willits, California at 8:10 a.m. today. The earthquake was felt across parts of Northern California.
- Damage and injuries are currently unknown as authorities assess the situation.
- Residents in the affected area should be aware that aftershocks may follow.
- Check your surroundings for any structural damage, gas leaks, or downed power lines before re-entering any building.
- Citizen reminds residents in the affected area to keep the following safety tips in mind following an earthquake:
- Drop, Cover, and Hold On: If shaking occurs, drop to your hands and knees, take cover under a sturdy table or desk, and hold on until the shaking stops.
- Watch for Aftershocks: Smaller earthquakes may follow. Stay alert and be prepared to drop and take cover again.
- Check for Hazards: After shaking stops, check for gas leaks, water line damage, or structural damage before re-entering any building.
- Stay Away from Damaged Areas: Avoid damaged buildings, downed power lines, and debris.
- If Outside: Move away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires. Once in the open, stay there until shaking stops.
- If Driving: Pull over safely away from buildings, trees, and overpasses. Stay inside the vehicle until shaking stops.
Timeline
There are currently no reports of damage or injuries, according to the CA Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CA OES). Assessments continue across the region.
Governor Newsom has been briefed about the earthquake in Mendocino County. The Governor’s Office is closely coordinating with emergency officials and assessing potential impacts and damage.
Check your home or building for gas leaks, water line damage, or structural damage before re-entering. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911.
Residents should watch for aftershocks following the initial earthquake. Stay alert and be prepared to drop and take cover.
Damage and injuries are currently unknown. Authorities are assessing the situation.
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake was detected 7 miles north of Redwood Valley, CA by the USGS seismic network.
Incident reported at 7 miles N of Redwood Valley, CA.
There are currently no reports of damage or injuries, according to the CA Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CA OES). Assessments continue across the region.
Governor Newsom has been briefed about the earthquake in Mendocino County. The Governor’s Office is closely coordinating with emergency officials and assessing potential impacts and damage.
Check your home or building for gas leaks, water line damage, or structural damage before re-entering. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911.
Residents should watch for aftershocks following the initial earthquake. Stay alert and be prepared to drop and take cover.
Damage and injuries are currently unknown. Authorities are assessing the situation.
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake was detected 7 miles north of Redwood Valley, CA by the USGS seismic network.
Incident reported at 7 miles N of Redwood Valley, CA.
There are currently no reports of damage or injuries, according to the CA Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CA OES). Assessments continue across the region.
Governor Newsom has been briefed about the earthquake in Mendocino County. The Governor’s Office is closely coordinating with emergency officials and assessing potential impacts and damage.
Check your home or building for gas leaks, water line damage, or structural damage before re-entering. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911.
Residents should watch for aftershocks following the initial earthquake. Stay alert and be prepared to drop and take cover.
Damage and injuries are currently unknown. Authorities are assessing the situation.
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake was detected 7 miles north of Redwood Valley, CA by the USGS seismic network.
Incident reported at 7 miles N of Redwood Valley, CA.
There are currently no reports of damage or injuries, according to the CA Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CA OES). Assessments continue across the region.
Governor Newsom has been briefed about the earthquake in Mendocino County. The Governor’s Office is closely coordinating with emergency officials and assessing potential impacts and damage.
Check your home or building for gas leaks, water line damage, or structural damage before re-entering. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911.
Residents should watch for aftershocks following the initial earthquake. Stay alert and be prepared to drop and take cover.
Damage and injuries are currently unknown. Authorities are assessing the situation.
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake was detected 7 miles north of Redwood Valley, CA by the USGS seismic network.
Incident reported at 7 miles N of Redwood Valley, CA.
There are currently no reports of damage or injuries, according to the CA Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CA OES). Assessments continue across the region.
Governor Newsom has been briefed about the earthquake in Mendocino County. The Governor’s Office is closely coordinating with emergency officials and assessing potential impacts and damage.
Check your home or building for gas leaks, water line damage, or structural damage before re-entering. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911.
Residents should watch for aftershocks following the initial earthquake. Stay alert and be prepared to drop and take cover.
Damage and injuries are currently unknown. Authorities are assessing the situation.
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake was detected 7 miles north of Redwood Valley, CA by the USGS seismic network.
Incident reported at 7 miles N of Redwood Valley, CA.
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@Drayjones2026 it’s more about the cascadia, and if that goes, you guys are in serious trouble up there. Hope not 🤞🏼
I got that loud ahh emergency alert. Its 80 miles from me. I felt nadda.
@downtownlongbeachlocalluver fr phone woke me up from buzzing, just to not feel anything
Felt in bikini bottom
Hope everyone is okay from Philippines 🇵🇭
That San Andreas fault holding o. By a thread
@Drayjones2026 it’s more about the cascadia, and if that goes, you guys are in serious trouble up there. Hope not 🤞🏼
I got that loud ahh emergency alert. Its 80 miles from me. I felt nadda.
@downtownlongbeachlocalluver fr phone woke me up from buzzing, just to not feel anything
Felt in bikini bottom
Hope everyone is okay from Philippines 🇵🇭
That San Andreas fault holding o. By a thread
@Drayjones2026 it’s more about the cascadia, and if that goes, you guys are in serious trouble up there. Hope not 🤞🏼
I got that loud ahh emergency alert. Its 80 miles from me. I felt nadda.
@downtownlongbeachlocalluver fr phone woke me up from buzzing, just to not feel anything
Felt in bikini bottom
Hope everyone is okay from Philippines 🇵🇭
That San Andreas fault holding o. By a thread
@Drayjones2026 it’s more about the cascadia, and if that goes, you guys are in serious trouble up there. Hope not 🤞🏼
I got that loud ahh emergency alert. Its 80 miles from me. I felt nadda.
@downtownlongbeachlocalluver fr phone woke me up from buzzing, just to not feel anything
Felt in bikini bottom
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Hope everyone is okay from Philippines 🇵🇭
That San Andreas fault holding o. By a thread
@Drayjones2026 it’s more about the cascadia, and if that goes, you guys are in serious trouble up there. Hope not 🤞🏼
I got that loud ahh emergency alert. Its 80 miles from me. I felt nadda.
@downtownlongbeachlocalluver fr phone woke me up from buzzing, just to not feel anything
Felt in bikini bottom