Magnitude 4.2 Earthquake Recorded in Mendocino County
A preliminary 4.2-magnitude earthquake was reported in Mendocino County, California.

San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 4, 2026 —
A preliminary earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 was registered in Mendocino County, California. The tremor was detected and reported by seismic monitoring agencies.
Details regarding the specific location within Mendocino County, the exact time of the event, and any potential impacts or damage resulting from the earthquake were not immediately available. Further information will be released as it becomes known.
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