Emergency responders are currently working to assess the damage after a strong earthquake struck California this morning/afternoon. The epicenter of the quake was located in the city of San Francisco/Los Angeles/Sacramento, with indications of widespread damage and potential casualties. Emergency services are urging residents to remain indoors and

Emergency officials are reporting a major earthquake has struck the northern/southern/central region of California. The magnitude of the quake is currently estimated to be over 7 on the Richter scale, according to early reports from the United States Geological Survey. Reports are coming in of widespread structural issues across several cities/town