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“Today the power is virtually back on” only about 46 customers still out. CAL OES says grocery stores in Ridgecrest are all back open for community as resource @FOX40

In response to the 7.1 earthquake near City of Ridgecrest, CAL Office of Emergency services director says FEMA is already on the ground in the communities affected @FOX40

Weather is a concern; conditions are such that fire damage would be extensive should one start. Cal OES says Caltrans is already on road repairs in affected areas @FOX40

300 military personnel responding to the earthquake as well. Pentagon has been notified, they’ll provide manned and unmanned aircraft to help with damage assessment @FOX40

“There were a number of injuries but most of them I’d characterize in the minor to moderate.” -Cal OES director Ghilarducci @FOX40

“Drop, cover and hold on.” Find a hiding place under a heavy/solid piece of furniture that won’t break, crack, fall...directive if anyone feels another tremor/aftershock @FOX40

Another Update happening now on 7.1 magnitude #Earthquake in Kern County. Governor Gavin Newsom acknowledges damage, echoes the sentiment that communities affected are lucky there haven't been significant major injuries. @FOX40

"Grief, shock, pride in what I've seen in my people." -local police chief responding to the emotional feelings following 2 major #earthquakes in such a short amount of time. @FOX40

"You're going to be mesmerized by how quickly things will come together and how vibrant things will return." -Gov. Newsom on the prospects for full recovery in areas most affected in Kern County by #earthquakes @FOX40

Gov. says undocumented ppl affected shouldn't fear going to get emergency help/go find shelter space if necessary. Acknowledges there are certain types of federal aid that wouldn't be accessible to undocumented people @FOX40