Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake and Tsunami Observation Reported Off Northern California Coast

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Published: 2026-08-29T02:46:06Z
Category: science
Source: U.S. Tsunami Warning System (NOAA)
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A magnitude 4.5 earthquake was observed off the Northern California coast, prompting a tsunami event observation by the U.S. Tsunami Warning System. The event occurred at 02:41:14 AM UTC. This monitoring is crucial for coastal safety, allowing authorities to assess potential threats and issue warnings if necessary, though the small magnitude suggests limited impact.

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