Humboldt County homeowners are rattled after a magnitude-7.0 earthquake.
On Thursday, Humboldt, California, experienced a magnitude-7.0 earthquake. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred around 10:44 a.m.
More than 1.3 million people lived close enough to the quake that they could have felt it, the USGS estimated. Residents from surrounding areas, including Ferndale, Fortuna, Rio Dell, Humboldt Hill, Hydesville, Eureka, Bayside, McKinleyville, and Redway, were a few cities that felt the shaking.
This adds another earthquake to the list of Historic earthquakes that have hit California during the holiday season.
Reports from this earthquake
A homeowner in Eureka, CA states:
“Glad we just cleared space out from under our heavy desk in the office. It was very scary. The shaking started right after the phones all went crazy. It was a hold-on, and I hope nothing big falls. Hope everyone else is okay.”
Stay Informed and Stay Safe
Your iPhone is equipped to keep you updated with critical information during emergencies. Here are the types of alerts your device can display:
- Government-Issued Alerts specific to your region or country
- Warnings for Imminent Threats to life or safety
- Extreme Weather Alerts (e.g., hurricanes, tornadoes)
- AMBER Alerts (America’s Missing: Broadcast Emergency Response)
- Public Safety Updates
- Additional Details from the issuing authority
By staying connected to these alerts, you can act quickly to protect yourself and your family when every second counts.
Are You Covered in Case of an Earthquake?
Did you know that homeowners insurance policies do not cover earthquake damage? With the growing risks, now is the time to evaluate how earthquake insurance can safeguard your financial security.
Why Earthquake Insurance Matters:
- Frequent Earthquakes in California: An average of five earthquakes between magnitudes 5.0 and 6.0 occur annually in California, based on recent three-year data.
- Significant Risk of Major Earthquakes: The likelihood of a magnitude 6.7 earthquake in the next 30 years is:
- 60% in the Los Angeles region
- 72% in the San Francisco Bay Area
- Consider the Financial Impact:
- If your home experiences a total loss, can you afford to rebuild without coverage?
- Losing your home equity in a single event could devastate your financial stability.
Protect your largest investment before disaster strikes.
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- Decades of experience in managing catastrophic claims
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Quakeinsurance delivers dependable coverage when you need it most.
Get Protected Today
Talk to your insurance agent about adding earthquake insurance to your portfolio or request a quote directly from us. You can’t predict when an earthquake will happen, but you can prepare.
