A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck northern California on Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The epicenter is near Petrolia, Humboldt County, the USGS said.
A tsunami warning has also been issued for coastal areas of California and Oregon, including San Francisco. The warning will remain in effect from Davenport, Calif., to the Douglas/Lane Line in Oregon until further notice, the National Tsunami Warning Center said.
The earthquake occurred at 10:44 a.m. local time, according to the National Tsunami Warning Center.
Subsequent earthquakes hit the region, including a magnitude 4.2 earthquake near Petrolia, according to the USGS.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said officials with the state’s Office of Emergency Services are “actively responding to the earthquakes in Northern California this morning.”
“Californians should follow the guidance of local emergency officials,” he said on social media.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
