7.0 Earthquake Shakes Northern California, Tsunami Alert Issued

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Petrolia in Humboldt County, Northern California, prompting a tsunami warning for coastal areas from Davenport, California, to Douglas/Lane Line, Oregon. The National Tsunami Warning Center issued the alert following the quake, which occurred at 10:44 a.m. local time. Subsequent aftershocks, including a 4.2 magnitude tremor, were also reported. California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that the state's Office of Emergency Services is actively responding, urging residents to heed local emergency guidance.