California Hit by Earthquake as Devastating Fires Rage On

BAD TIMING

The earthquake shook the San Francisco area as parts of Los Angeles continue to burn.

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Updated Jan. 10 2025 3:07PM EST / Published Jan. 10 2025 2:58PM EST

LOS ANGELES, US - JANUARY 10: Firefighters from the Los Angeles County Fire Department stand vigilant as they battle wildfires in Los Angeles while several blazes continue to tear through the region on January 10, 2025. The Palisades Fire, now the largest wildfire, has consumed nearly 20,000 acres, while the Kenneth Fire, which erupted Thursday afternoon, has quickly spread over 800 acres. As the death toll rises to 10, authorities continue their search for victims. The fires have destroyed thousands of homes and caused widespread damage across the city. (Photo by Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu via Getty Images) — Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu via Getty Images

California was hit by an earthquake on Friday after days of devastating wildfires sweeping through the state. A 3.7 earthquake was reported in the San Francisco area at around 7 a.m.,

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California Hit by Earthquake as Devastating Fires Rage On

The earthquake shook the San Francisco area as parts of Los Angeles continue to burn.

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