where did the earthquake hit in california

The latest reported California quake I found hit in Mendocino County , near Willits — about 7 miles northwest of the town, and also described as less than 7 miles north of Redwood Valley.

Quick Scoop

• The quake was a magnitude 5.6 event.

• It was centered in a rural part of Northern California.

• Reports say it was widely felt from San Francisco to Eureka.

• No major damage was immediately reported, though there were some injuries.

Where it hit

The strongest, most specific location given in the reports is about 7 miles northwest of Willits in Mendocino County.

Another report places the epicenter less than 7 miles north of Redwood Valley.

Local context

This area is inland in Northern California, roughly 140 miles northeast of San Francisco.

The quake was shallow, at about 5 miles deep , which helps explain why it was felt across a broad region.

Public reaction

People across a wide stretch of the North Coast and Bay Area reported shaking, and the event was followed by aftershocks.

If you meant a different California earthquake, this can vary a lot by date and region, since recent quakes have also hit Southern California and offshore areas.

TL;DR: The quake hit near Willits in Mendocino County, Northern California.