6.5 Magnitude Quake in Ocean Off California Coast, No Tsunami Threat

By The Associated Press
The Associated Press
The Associated Press
December 8, 2016Updated: December 8, 2016

SAN FRANCISCO—The United States Geological Survey is reporting a 6.5 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Northern California in the Pacific Ocean.

The quake hit at 6:50 a.m. Thursday about 100 miles west of Ferndale, California.

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No damage or injuries were reported.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a statement saying there is no tsunami threat from the earthquake.

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