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'Freight train running through our house:' 5.6-m earthquake in Mendocino County
By KTVU FOX 2 News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
The USGS registered an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.6 in Mendocino County on Wednesday morning, with some damage reported including cracked home structures, caved-in roofs and fallen pictures and vases.
Key takeaway 6 in Mendocino County on Wednesday morning, with some damage reported including cracked home structures, caved-in roofs and fallen pictures and vases.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The earthquake that struck Mendocino County on Wednesday morning may have been centered outside of San Francisco , but its impact is a stark reminder of the seismic risks that face the entire Bay Area. As San Francisco residents know all too well, a major earthquake can have devastating consequences for homes, businesses, and infrastructure. The damage reported in Mendocino County, including cracked home structures and caved-in roofs, is a concerning preview of what could happen in San Francisco if a similar or larger earthquake were to occur. With the city's aging buildings and densely populated neighborhoods, the potential for widespread damage and disruption is very real. San Francisco's emergency management officials would do well to take note of the Mendocino County earthquake and review the city's preparedness plans to ensure that residents and businesses are as ready as possible for the next big quake.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KTVU FOX 2 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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