Aftershocks Rock Northern California After 7.0 Quake

On the heels of a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Northern California, the region is now facing dozens of aftershocks. The initial quake occurred yesterday and prompted a brief tsunami warning along the Bay Area coast extending to Oregon. Reports indicate over 120 aftershocks, with the most significant registering at 4.4 in magnitude. Areas such as Humboldt County experienced some chaos, particularly in Redway, where grocery store items were tossed onto the floor. Fortunately, the damage has been minimal—no major structural issues have been reported, although some homes may have cracks or foundation concerns. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen provided insights from Eureka, emphasizing that while the evacuation protocols had people fleeing to higher ground in anticipation of a tsunami, the resulting surge in water levels was only a couple of inches. This incident resulted in heightened fears, yet the community's response showed resilience. Many residents returned to minor issues, such as toppled shelves or displaced items, allowing life to gradually return to normal. Seismologists warn that residents should remain cautious as aftershocks are likely to occur for days, or even weeks, to come. Therefore, the situation remains under observation, encouraging preparedness while reassuring the public that significant damage and injuries remain absent.