At approximately 10:30 AM this afternoon, a strong earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 7.9 hit the western region of California, sending residents running. Reports are pouring in from various locations, indicating severe damage to buildings. today news The epicenter of the earthquake was located to be near San Francisco, with secondary tremo

A tremendous storm surge has affected the inland city of Japan. Initial estimates suggest devastating damage and casualties are feared. Emergency services are immediately working to rescue those injured. More details are expected shortly as the situation progresses. Separately,, a significant political controversy is sweeping across Wall Street.