Tsunami Warning Lifted After 7.0 Quake Strikes Off California Coast

California, The Gulf Observer: The United States National Weather Service has lifted a tsunami warning issued for the West Coast following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of California on Thursday morning.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the earthquake occurred at 10:44 a.m. local time, with an epicenter approximately 100 kilometers west-southwest of Ferndale, a coastal city in Humboldt County near the Oregon border. The quake, which originated at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, prompted tsunami warnings for over 5.3 million residents in California.

Although the tremors were felt as far south as San Francisco, where residents experienced a rolling motion lasting several seconds, there were no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries.

Following the earthquake, the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) temporarily halted all traffic through its underwater tunnel connecting San Francisco and Oakland as a precautionary measure. Smaller aftershocks were reported in the region after the initial tremor.

Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and prepared for potential aftershocks, while officials continue to assess any potential damage.