A powerful earthquake has hit the state of California this afternoon, causing tremors over a wide area. The origin of the quake was located in the zone of San Francisco, but accounts of shaking have come in from as far as miles outside. Emergency responders are immediately assessing the situation and appear to be no immediate signs of serious damag

A powerful earthquake has struck California, sending people fleeing for safety. The intensity of the quake is currently estimated at 6.8 on the Richter scale, making it one of the biggest to hit the state in recent decades. News are still coming in from different locations across the state, with indications of significant harm to buildings. Emerge