(WDNews) Tsunami warnings have been issued for nearly 5 million people along the Northern California and Oregon coastlines after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off the California coast Thursday morning.
The earthquake hit at 10:44 a.m. PT, approximately 60 miles southwest of Ferndale, California, according to the US Geological Survey.
The National Tsunami Warning Center stated that the warnings extend from Davenport, California, to Douglas, Oregon, including the San Francisco Bay Area and Eureka, Oregon.
Coastal areas may already be experiencing tsunami activity, with waves expected to reach San Francisco by noon PT, the center said.
The National Weather Service warned that “tsunami waves can cause significant flooding and remain dangerous for many hours after the first wave arrives. The initial wave may not be the largest.”
People in affected areas are advised to stay alert and follow official safety guidance.
