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Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Strikes Gulf Of California

GULF OF CALIFORNIA (CBS SF) -- A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck the Gulf of California Tuesday evening.

The earthquake was centered 75 miles WSW of El Dorado, Mexico and struck shortly after 7:30 p.m, according to the USGS.

No damage or injuries were immediately reported.

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