MAGNITUDE 2.6 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR FERNDALE IN HUMBOLDT COUNTY
By CAL WIRE Weather Desk | PUBLISHED: Monday, August 17, 2026 · Updated August 24, 2026
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HAPPENING NOW — Aug 17, 1:48 AM PT
MAGNITUDE 2.6 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR FERNDALE IN HUMBOLDT COUNTY
A magnitude 2.6 earthquake hit 55 kilometers west of Ferndale in Humboldt County on Friday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake struck at 1:21 p.m. PT at a depth of 17 kilometers.
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The temblor was relatively shallow but moderate in strength for the region. No immediate reports of damage or injuries were available.
See also: M3.7 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR HYDESVILLE IN HUMBOLDT COUNTY · MAGNITUDE 2.7 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEAR SHANDON IN SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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