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6.3 Earthquake Shakes Off Oregon Coast

COOS BAY, Ore. (AP) — An underwater earthquake with an initial 6.3 magnitude has struck off the Oregon coast.

The U.S. Geological Survey said Thursday no tsunami is expected from the temblor, which happened just after 8 a.m. about 150 miles (240 kilometers) from land.

It was at a depth of about 7 miles (5.4 kilometers) underwater.

Hundreds of people along the Oregon and Washington reported feeling the quake, according to data from the USGS. There were no reports of damage or injuries.

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