By New York Post (U.S.) | Created at 2026-06-24 15:24:22 | Updated at 2026-06-24 16:22:47
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A 5.6-magnitude earthquake rocked Northern California early Wednesday, with tremors felt near Redwood Valley.
The earthquake struck at approximately 8:10 a.m. Pacific Time, according to the United States Geological Survey.
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake rocked Northern California early Wednesday, with tremors felt near Redwood Valley.. USGS
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake is strong enough to cause light to moderate structural damage. MediaNews Group via Getty ImagesA 5.6-magnitude earthquake is strong enough to cause light to moderate structural damage, particularly to older or poorly constructed buildings. Shaking at this intensity can topple furniture, crack walls, and break windows, and is typically felt across a wide area.
The most recent magnitude-5.0-or-greater earthquake in California was a 5.1-magnitude tremor that struck the state’s North Coast on June 3, 2026. That quake was centered in the Pacific Ocean about 40 miles west of Petrolia in Humboldt County.
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