USGS says alerts for magnitude 5.9 earthquake in Nevada were a false alarm
An alert sent to people across California warning about a strong earthquake striking Northern Nevada on Thursday morning was sent in error, officials said.
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USGS deletes 5.9 earthquake in Nevada from website after CA residents receive MyShake alert
USGS confirms false 5.9 quake reported in Nevada after CA residents receive MyShake alert
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2 viewpointsShakeAlert sends false alarm about magnitude 5.9 earthquake in Nevada, California
Alert of significant 5.9-magnitude earthquake sparks panic in California — but it wasn’t what it seemed