7.0 Earthquake Hits Northern California, Tsunami Warning Issued

A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California, prompting tsunami warnings for parts of the California and Oregon coastlines. The quake occurred 60 miles southwest of Ferndale, California, and could affect cities such as San Francisco, Crescent City, and Fort Bragg in California, as well as Port Orford, Brookings, and Charleston in Oregon. The National Weather Service warns that tsunamis can consist of multiple waves, with the first not necessarily being the largest.