Earthquake strikes off California coast

A strong earthquake struck off the coast of northern California, just hours after a moderate quake shook most of southern California. Neither caused serious damage or injuries.

A 6.4-magnitude temblor hit about 125 miles west of Eureka at about 11.30pm yesterday (7.30am Irish time today). Earlier in the day, a 4.9-magnitude quake struck east of Los Angeles, rattling homes.