The Mendocino Fracture Zone is a highly tectonically active area with three different tectonic plates moving at varying speeds, leading to frequent earthquakes.
Thursday's earthquake was significantly larger than a similar event in 2022, which highlights the region's history of intense seismic activity.
Experts suggest residents remain vigilant and prepared for aftershocks, as seismic activity will continue for days and weeks following the initial earthquake.
A tsunami alert was issued and later rescinded, demonstrating the immediate potential dangers associated with such seismic events.
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