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Breaking News: Massive Earthquake Rocks Southern California
Magnitude 7.8 Quake Causes Widespread Damage and Injuries
At Least 100 Dead, Hundreds Injured
A massive earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale has struck Southern California, causing widespread damage and injuries. The epicenter of the quake was located near Ridgecrest, approximately 145 miles northeast of Los Angeles. The temblor was felt as far north as Sacramento and as far south as San Diego.
According to preliminary reports, at least 100 people have been killed and hundreds more injured. Buildings have collapsed, roads have buckled, and power lines have been downed. The quake has also triggered numerous fires and gas leaks.
Emergency response teams are currently on the scene, conducting search and rescue operations and providing medical assistance. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, but it is clear that this earthquake has had a devastating impact on the region.
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