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Injuries reported after 5.6M quake jolts Northern California
By Alex Baker at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
WILLITS, Calif. (KRON) -- A shake alert lit up phones around the Bay Area Wednesday morning. The quake, according to the alert, was located 117 miles away from San Francisco . According to the United States Geological Survey, there was a magnitude 5.6 quake epicentered in Redwood Valley in Mendoci...
Key takeaway The quake, according to the alert, was located 117 miles away from San Francisco.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The earthquake's impact on San Francisco, 117 miles from the epicenter, will likely be closely watched by city officials and residents, given the region's history of seismic activity. While the quake's magnitude of 5.6 is considered moderate, its effects on the city's infrastructure and buildings will be assessed in the coming days. The fact that a shake alert was triggered and sent to phones around the Bay Area demonstrates the effectiveness of the early warning system in place. As the city continues to evaluate the quake's aftermath, attention will turn to the resilience of its buildings, bridges, and other critical structures, particularly those in areas prone to liquefaction or landslides. The San Francisco County government and emergency management officials will likely review the city's response to the quake, including the effectiveness of its emergency alert systems and the readiness of its first responders.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? WILLITS, Calif. (KRON) -- A shake alert lit up phones around the Bay Area Wednesday morning. The quake, according to the alert, was located 117 miles away from San Francisco. According to the United States Geological Survey, there was a magnitude 5.6 quake epicentered in Redwood Valley in Mendoci...
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