A devastating earthquake has just struck southern California, sending people fleeing into the streets. The origin of the quake was located in the coastal regions nearPalm Springs. Buildings are shaking, and there are indications of damage. Emergency personnel are rapidly being sent to the area. The intensity of the earthquake is still unknown, but

Chaos erupted in the heart of our city this afternoon as a massive explosion/blast/detonation ripped through the downtown/city center/commercial district. Witnesses describe a tremendous/deafening/violent sound/noise/boom that shook buildings for blocks/miles/a considerable distance. Emergency services/personnel/responders were immediately dispatch