USGS reports magnitude-6.3 earthquake hit off Oregon coast
Thursday, August 29, 2019
COOS BAY, Ore. -- An underwater earthquake with an initial 6.3 magnitude has struck off the Oregon coast.
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The U.S. Geological Survey said Thursday no tsunami is expected from the temblor, which happened about 150 miles from land.
It was at a depth of about 5.4 miles (8.7 kilometers) underwater.
There were no reports of damage or injuries.
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