6.4 Earthquake Strikes Near Solomon Islands
SOLOMON ISLANDS (CBS SF) — An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 struck near the Solomon Islands Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.
The earthquake struck at 11:49 a.m. PT about 140 miles west of the capital of Honiara. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Based on its location away from land, the USGS indicated a low likelihood of casualties and damage.
The earthquake comes two days after a 6.6 earthquake in the same area.
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