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Earthquake with preliminary magnitude 5.6 hits Mendocino County - Los Angeles Times
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· June 24, 2026
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Key takeaway The preliminary magnitude of the earthquake is 5.
An earthquake has occurred in Northern California, affecting Mendocino County. 6. Details of the earthquake are available from local news sources.
For more information on the earthquake, including any updates on its magnitude or impact, readers can refer to the Los Angeles Times. Further details on the earthquake can be found through the provided news link, which offers more comprehensive coverage of the event.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
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