7.5-Magnitude Earthquake Near Scotia, California Prompts Tsunami Warnings for West Coast

Dec 5, 2024, 06:55 PM

A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California near Scotia in Humboldt County on December 5, 2024, prompting tsunami warnings along the US West Coast. The US Geological Survey initially reported the earthquake had a magnitude of 6.0, later upgraded to 6.6. The National Tsunami Warning Center reported magnitudes up to 7.5 and issued tsunami warnings for parts of California and Oregon, including the San Francisco Bay Area. Residents in affected areas, including San Francisco, were advised to evacuate inland and to higher ground. Emergency alerts were sent to residents' phones. No immediate reports of damage or casualties were available.