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Powerful Earthquake Shakes Northern California Community
April 2, 2026
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A magnitude 4.6 quake rocked the northern region of California, prompting concerns and reports from local residents. Learn more about the seismic event and its potential impact.
A powerful earthquake has struck northern California, rattling the region and causing concern among local residents. The quake, which measured 4.6 magnitude on the Richter scale, occurred near the town of Boulder Creek in the early hours of Thursday morning.
The tremor was felt across a wide area, with reports coming in from nearby communities such as Santa Cruz and Felton. Many residents were jolted awake by the shaking, which lasted for several seconds before subsiding.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The New York Times
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