BREAKING UPDATE: Two people died as a result of medical emergencies and at least 11 people were hurt after a 6.4 magnitude earthquake in Humboldt County, sheriff's officials say.
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the Northern California coast early Tuesday morning, leaving at least two people dead from medical emergencies, according to theThe quake hit around 2:40 a.m. and was centered 22.7 miles southwest of the city of Eureka in Humboldt County, theIn a 12:15 p.m. Tuesday news release, the sheriff's office reported two people died as a result of medical emergencies during or after the quake. At least 11 people were reported injured, according to the release.
The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office and PG&E said power was knocked out across the county, with nearly 70,000 customers in the dark at its peak. The county OES also said there were reports of widespread damage to roads and homes and advised residents to check their gas and water lines for damage. California officials provide updates on the 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck in Humboldt County early Tuesday morning.
The California Highway Patrol closed the Ferndale Bridge for possible structural damage. The bridge crosses the Eel River on Highway 211 just west of Highway 101. It was unclear when the bridge would reopen. Road Closure: State Route 211 at Fernbridge, Humboldt County is CLOSED. The bridge is closed while we conduct safety inspections due to possible seismic damage.
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