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July 8, 2019

State of Emergency Declared After 2 Major Earthquakes Shake California
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Two major earthquakes shook Southern California late last week. Friday's
7.1 magnitude quake in Ridgecrest was the state's biggest in 20 years
and followed a 6.4 magnitude quake one day earlier. The tremors could be
felt as far north as Sacramento and down into Mexico. No casualties or
serious injuries were reported as recovery efforts continue from damage
to buildings and roads, as well as power cuts and ruptured water and gas
lines. Residents in the affected areas have been told that more tremors
could be headed their way in the coming days.


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