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Magnitude-5.6 earthquake shakes parts of Northern California
By Jonathan Lloyd at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A magnitude-5.6 earthquake was reported Wednesday morning in Northern California’s Mendocino County.
The 8:10 a.m. earthquake was followed by six aftershocks of magnitude-2.5 or greater.
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Key takeaway 6 earthquake was reported Wednesday morning in Northern California’s Mendocino County.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
While the magnitude-5.6 earthquake in Northern California's Mendocino County did not cause major damage in Los Angeles , the incident serves as a stark reminder for Angelenos to be prepared for seismic activity. As a community prone to earthquakes, Los Angeles residents should take note of the effectiveness of early warning systems like the MyShake App, which sent nearly 657,000 alerts during the recent quake. The fact that power outages affected about 6,000 residents in the affected areas also highlights the importance of having emergency plans in place, including backup power sources and communication strategies. Furthermore, the earthquake's impact on transportation, with drivers advised to stay off major roads, underscores the need for Los Angeles to review its own emergency response protocols, particularly in regards to inspecting and maintaining critical infrastructure after a quake.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A magnitude-5.6 earthquake was reported Wednesday morning in Northern California’s Mendocino County.
The 8:10 a.m. earthquake was followed by six aftershocks of magnitude-2.5 or greater.
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