The United States Geological Survey reported an earthquake that happened in Central California.
The quake happened at approximately 3:23 p.m. in Tres Pinos. According to USGS, the 4.5 magnitude quake centered north of Tres Pinos. Which is slightly east of Salinas near Hollister.
Just minutes before at approximately 3:18 p.m. another quake was reported off the coast of Panama. USGS reports that quake was a magnitude of 6.6.
As of 3:30 p.m., the National Weather Services is reporting that a Tsunami is not expected for the coast as a result of the quake near Panama.
Tsunami Info Stmt: M6.6 South Of Panama 1518PDT Apr 4: Tsunami NOT expected; CA,OR,WA,BC,and AK
— NWS Tsunami Alerts (@NWS_NTWC) April 4, 2023
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This is a developing story, there are yet to be reports of any injuries or damages as a result of the quakes
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