People should be ready for aftershocks in the days and weeks ahead, according to USGS authorities.
According to a White House official, President Joe Biden has been informed about the earthquake. The spokesman, Jeremy Edwards, issued a statement saying.
“At his direction, Senior Administration and FEMA Regional officials are in touch with their state and local counterparts in California and Oregon.”
“We stand ready to provide further support as needed — at this time there are no requests for federal assistance.” Jennifer Watts and Jenna Harrison of ABC News contributed to this story.