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Mar 15, 2008 8:15 am US/Pacific

5.9 Magnitude Quake Hits Oregon Coast

WASHINGTON (CBS) ― A 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit the coast of Oregon Saturday, and the U.S. Geological Survey said strong ocean currents posed a threat to those in the area.

The quake was first reported at 6:44 a.m. PT, according to the USGS Web site. It was centered about 112 miles west of Port Orford, Oregon.

There were no reports of a tsunami threat. The earthquake was originally reported to be 6.0 magnitude.

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