This is the second major earthquake in two weeks in Humboldt County.
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The already rattled town of Rio Dell was shaken again Sunday morning. The United States Geological Survey reports a preliminary magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck near Rio Dell, Calif., at 10:35 a.m. at a depth of 27 kilometers.magnitude 6.4 earthquake . The worst damage occurred in Rio Dell, where a number of homes were badly damaged or condemned. First responders are currently on the way to Rio Dell to assess any further damage from this morning's quake. Fernbridge is closed while Caltrans conducts safety checks.
Road Closure: State Route 211 at Fernbridge, Humboldt County is CLOSED. The bridge is closed while we conduct safety inspections from todays New Year’s Day earthquake.
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