The facts
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck northern California at approximately 3:45 PM local time on October 25. The epicenter was located near Santa Rosa, with significant shaking felt throughout the region. Emergency services are currently assessing the damage, and reports indicate that several buildings have collapsed.
Emergency response underway
Local authorities have declared a state of emergency and are coordinating rescue operations. Power outages have been reported in multiple areas, affecting thousands of residents. The California Emergency Management Agency is mobilizing resources to provide assistance to the affected areas.