A devastating earthquake has just struck southern California, sending people fleeing into the alleys. The focus of the quake was reported in the inland regions near Los Angeles. Buildings are swaying, and there are concerns of damage. Emergency teams are immediately being dispatched to the area. The magnitude 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