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A 6.4 magnitude earthquake just shook Southern California

Michelle MarkJul 4, 2019, 23:37 IST

USGS

An earthquake struck Southern California late on Thursday morning.
It had a preliminary magnitude of 6.4, according to the US Geological Survey.
It's unclear whether there were injuries or damage.
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An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.4 rattled Southern California on Thursday, according to the US Geological Survey.

There were no immediate reports of injuries.

The quake centered near the California town of Ridgecrest, roughly 150 miles northeast of Los Angeles. Ridgecrest has a population of roughly 29,000 people.

The earthquake was felt across Southern California, all the way from the Death Valley National Park to the Pacific Coast, the Associated Press reported.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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