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6.2-magnitude earthquake recorded off California's North Coast

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PETROLIA, Calif - A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Monday off the coast of northern California.The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) says the quake was reported shortly after noon Monday about 24 miles off the coast of PetroliaIt was recorded at a depth of about 5.7 miles.RELATED: Are you prepared for an earthquake?There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

While there are many variables involved, geologists say damage does not usually occur until the earthquake magnitude reaches somewhere above 4 or 5.Get your top stories delivered daily! Sign up for FOX 11’s Fast 5 newsletter.

And, get breaking news alerts in the FOX 11 News app. Download for iOS or Android.RELATED: Surviving the earthquake: Prepare, Survive, RecoverUSGS recorded.

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