M5.6 earthquake hits 11 km north of Redwood Valley, California
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck 11 kilometers north of Redwood Valley in Mendocino County, California at 8:10:40 AM PDT on June 24, 2026, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The USGS lists the quake's focal depth at 8.1 kilometers and released preliminary ShakeMap products and alert footprints covering about a 400 by 402 kilometer area. Initial local and news reports described some structural damage, including cracked walls, caved-in roofs, and fallen household items in parts of Mendocino County, and regional early-warning alerts were distributed to nearby communities. Because the quake was shallow and moderately strong, it can produce damaging shaking close to the epicenter, so residents in the area should check for damage and follow drop, cover, and hold on guidance.
