FRESNO, California (KFSN) -- The earthquake hit a short distance from shore about 40 miles south of Eureka at 10:33 a.m., according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage.
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A preliminary-magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California on Monday, Dec. 5, 2016. (U.S. Geological Survey)