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4.9 magnitude earthquake felt in Yuma

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today at 12:07 PM
Published 12:18 PM

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - At 11:27 a.m. MST, many residents in Yuma received an emergency alert to their mobile devices alerting to a 4.9-magnitude earthquake.

The alert prompted people to drop, cover, or hold on as a part of the USGS ShakeAlert.

According to USGS.gov, the 4.9 magnitude earthquake originated in Ejido Jalapa, Baja California, Mexico. Reports from residents said the quake could be felt as far as the Foothills of Yuma.

The earthquake was reported to have a depth of 15.0 km.

With today's earthquake it is a good reminder to remember earthquake safety for any future earthquakes. Take a look.

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