7.0 magnitude earthquake reported in Northern California, tsunami warning in effect
Severe Weather,Earthquake,California
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A 7.0 magnitude earthquake was reported in Northern California on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The epicenter is near Petrolia, in Humboldt County, the USGS said.
Also, a tsunami warning has been issued for coastal areas in California and Oregon, including San Francisco. The warning will remain in effect from Davenport, California, to Douglas/Lane Line Oregon, until further notice, the National Tsunami Warning Center said.
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