Cleanup Efforts Underway after Major Earthquake in California

Authorities are coordinating extensive cleanup efforts following the strongest earthquake to hit the northern part of the U.S. state of California in 25 years. A 6.0-magnitude quake shook the region early Sunday, injuring more than 100 people, causing major damage to buildings, igniting fires and knocking out power to thousands.  Some of the damaged structures were historic buildings. Bricks, debris and crushed cars litter the streets, and power, water and gas lines have been...

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