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FRESNO COUNTY, CA - A preliminary 2.6 magnitude quake was registered close to Avenal around midday Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which shook the area at 1:12 p.m., was centered about 7 miles north-northwest of Avenal. It occurred at a depth of 5 miles.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form.

What to know about earthquakes

Magnitude measures the energy released at the source of the earthquake, the U. S. Geological Survey says. It replaces the old Richter scale. Quakes between 2.5 and 5.4 magnitude are often felt but rarely cause much damage, according to Michigan Tech. Earthquakes below 2.5 magnitude are seldom felt by most people.

Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches. They can happen anywhere, but are most common in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Puerto Rico and Washington, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year. 100,000 of those can be felt, and 100 of them cause damage.

What to do during an earthquake

If an earthquake strikes, it's best to protect yourself right away. Here are tips from experts:

If you're in a car: Pull over and stop. Set your parking brake.

If you're in bed: Turn face-down and cover your head with a pillow.

If you're outdoors: Stay away from buildings. Don't go inside.

If you're inside: Stay and don't run outdoors. Stay away from doorways.

The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say. "Wherever you are, drop down to your hands and knees and hold onto something sturdy," officials say. "If you're using a wheelchair or walker with a seat, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops." Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible. If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows. Once under a table, officials say you should hold on with one hand and be ready to move with it.

"There can be serious hazards after an earthquake, such as damage to the building, leaking gas and water lines, or downed power lines," officials say. "Expect aftershocks to follow the main shock of an earthquake. Be ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On if you feel an aftershock."

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey

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FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Dense Valley fog continues to roll in, prompting two school closures Thursday morning.

The layer developing overnight and stretching into the early morning hours which is a weather pattern that can also affect Valley air quality.

"Coming down Turlock and Merced towards Fresno and going down to Tulare, you see an increasing in poor air quality," said Dr. Praveen Buddiga, a Valley allergist and immunologist who has served hundreds of patients in Central California.

"The same pattern that promotes fog in the morning hours is also a pollution trap, so no surprise the air quality is unhealthy for sensitive individuals right now, and the forecast remains just that," said ABC30 Meteorologist Kevin Musso.

"The air quality index increases as we go south towards Bakersfield," said Dr. Buddiga.

As the number climbs on the Air Quality Index, so does the threat of breathing in poor air for everyone.

"Such as those with lung problems such as asthma, COPD, chronic bronchial infection, bronchitis," said Dr. Buddiga.

Those most at risk are young children with developing lungs who are more susceptible to the particulate matter found in the Valley air.

"Teeny, tiny particles -- in many cases, you can breathe them in, inhale them; it gets into your bloodstream. It has a very bad effect on your health," said Heinks.

Dust and diesel particles linger in the Valley air grab onto Valley fog which acts as a sponge. That can result in dangerous air quality.

Fog only adding to that danger, trapping man-made pollutants at ground-level.

As fog lingers and Valley temperatures drop more and more homeowners fire up their fireplace for warmth.

"You can smell a much stronger sense of smoke in the air -- that's simply because if there are any houses in the area burning, it's hanging out in that fog right with us," said Heinks.

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FRESNO COUNTY, CA - A preliminary 2.7 magnitude quake was detected near Avenal Friday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor shook at 7:40 p.m., with its epicenter situated about 7 miles north-northwest of Avenal and a depth of 6 miles.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form.

Nearby area rattled by two tremors over the week

During the past week, there have been two quakes, exceeding magnitude 2.5, centered nearby. Both were registered in the same region where the larger one was a 2.8 earthquake that occurred one day ago. The other, of magnitude 2.6, struck on January 16.

What to know about earthquakes

Magnitude measures the energy released at the source of the earthquake, the U. S. Geological Survey says. It replaces the old Richter scale. Quakes between 2.5 and 5.4 magnitude are often felt but rarely cause much damage, according to Michigan Tech. Earthquakes below 2.5 magnitude are seldom felt by most people.

Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches. They can happen anywhere, but are most common in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Puerto Rico and Washington, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year. 100,000 of those can be felt, and 100 of them cause damage.

What to do during an earthquake

If an earthquake strikes, it's best to protect yourself right away. Here are tips from experts:

If you're in a car: Pull over and stop. Set your parking brake.

If you're in bed: Turn face-down and cover your head with a pillow.

If you're outdoors: Stay away from buildings. Don't go inside.

If you're inside: Stay and don't run outdoors. Stay away from doorways.

The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say. "Wherever you are, drop down to your hands and knees and hold onto something sturdy," officials say. "If you're using a wheelchair or walker with a seat, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops." Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible. If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows. Once under a table, officials say you should hold on with one hand and be ready to move with it.

"There can be serious hazards after an earthquake, such as damage to the building, leaking gas and water lines, or downed power lines," officials say. "Expect aftershocks to follow the main shock of an earthquake. Be ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On if you feel an aftershock."

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey

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FRESNO COUNTY, CA - Friday afternoon, a preliminary 2.8 magnitude quake was recorded near Avenal, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

At 2:07 p.m., the region was shaken by a tremor. The earthquake struck at a depth of 6 miles, with its epicenter roughly 7 miles north-northwest of Avenal.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you experienced the quake by filling out their Felt Report form.

Past week's tremor

Last week, there has been one more earthquake of magnitude 2.6 centered in the area. Prior to this quake, it too was reported close to Avenal.

What to know about earthquakes

Magnitude measures the energy released at the source of the earthquake, the U. S. Geological Survey says. It replaces the old Richter scale. Quakes between 2.5 and 5.4 magnitude are often felt but rarely cause much damage, according to Michigan Tech. Earthquakes below 2.5 magnitude are seldom felt by most people.

Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches. They can happen anywhere, but are most common in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Puerto Rico and Washington, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year. 100,000 of those can be felt, and 100 of them cause damage.

What to do during an earthquake

If an earthquake strikes, it's best to protect yourself right away. Here are tips from experts:

If you're in a car: Pull over and stop. Set your parking brake.

If you're in bed: Turn face-down and cover your head with a pillow.

If you're outdoors: Stay away from buildings. Don't go inside.

If you're inside: Stay and don't run outdoors. Stay away from doorways.

The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say. "Wherever you are, drop down to your hands and knees and hold onto something sturdy," officials say. "If you're using a wheelchair or walker with a seat, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops." Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible. If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows. Once under a table, officials say you should hold on with one hand and be ready to move with it.

"There can be serious hazards after an earthquake, such as damage to the building, leaking gas and water lines, or downed power lines," officials say. "Expect aftershocks to follow the main shock of an earthquake. Be ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On if you feel an aftershock."

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey

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FRESNO COUNTY, CA - According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 2.4 magnitude quake shook close to Squaw Valley Tuesday morning.

It was reported that a tremor struck the region at 1:29 a.m. The epicenter was situated approximately 11 miles north-northeast of Squaw Valley, at a depth of 27 miles.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

What to know about earthquakes

Magnitude measures the energy released at the source of the earthquake, the U. S. Geological Survey says. It replaces the old Richter scale. Quakes between 2.5 and 5.4 magnitude are often felt but rarely cause much damage, according to Michigan Tech. Earthquakes below 2.5 magnitude are seldom felt by most people.

Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches. They can happen anywhere, but are most common in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Puerto Rico and Washington, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year. 100,000 of those can be felt, and 100 of them cause damage.

What to do during an earthquake

If an earthquake strikes, it's best to protect yourself right away. Here are tips from experts:

If you're in a car: Pull over and stop. Set your parking brake.

If you're in bed: Turn face-down and cover your head with a pillow.

If you're outdoors: Stay away from buildings. Don't go inside.

If you're inside: Stay and don't run outdoors. Stay away from doorways.

The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say. "Wherever you are, drop down to your hands and knees and hold onto something sturdy," officials say. "If you're using a wheelchair or walker with a seat, make sure your wheels are locked and remain seated until the shaking stops." Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible. If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows. Once under a table, officials say you should hold on with one hand and be ready to move with it.

"There can be serious hazards after an earthquake, such as damage to the building, leaking gas and water lines, or downed power lines," officials say. "Expect aftershocks to follow the main shock of an earthquake. Be ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On if you feel an aftershock."

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey

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