7.0 Quake Rattles Northern California, Sparks Tsunami Alert Confusion

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Northern California's coast, affecting Humboldt, Mendocino, and Del Norte counties, but caused less damage than the 2022 quake due to its offshore location. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency, though initial assessments show minimal infrastructure damage, with some road cracks and structural issues in buildings. Experts attribute the reduced impact to the quake's location and fault movement. Residents are urged to remain prepared for future seismic events, as delayed effects and winter conditions could pose additional risks.