6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern California

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California on Monday afternoon (December 20).

The earthquake hit at 12:10 P.M., according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

It occurred just off Cape Mendocino near Humboldt County. Moderate to strong shaking was felt in the area and even as far away as San Francisco and Chico, according to a report from CNN.

USGS also added several aftershocks have been detected but a tsunami is not expected.

"It was slow rolling at first, but then it really got going," Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal told CNN. "We haven't had a shake like this since 2010."

Humboldt County emergency responders are currently assessing damage but there have been no reports of injuries or catastrophic damage.

However, Honsal said some minor damages to buildings, including broken glass, have been found.