3.4-Magnitude Quake Rattles Northern California, Seismologists Say, ‘Pretty Good Shake’

Residents Report Feeling Shaking in Multiple Counties

A magnitude 3.4 earthquake shook the San Francisco Bay Area on Monday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The quake, which struck at 11:42 a.m., was centered about 10 miles east of San Jose in the Calaveras Fault Zone.

Residents in San Jose, Fremont, Milpitas, and other nearby cities reported feeling the shaking. Some people said the quake felt like a "pretty good shake," while others said it was just a "little jolt."

No Major Damage or Injuries Reported

There were no reports of major damage or injuries as a result of the earthquake. However, some people reported minor damage to their homes, such as cracks in walls or fallen objects.

Shaking Felt as Far Away as San Francisco

The shaking from the earthquake was felt as far away as San Francisco, about 50 miles to the northwest. However, the shaking in San Francisco was much weaker than it was in the epicentral area.

Seismologists say that the Calaveras Fault Zone is a relatively active seismic zone. In the past 100 years, there have been several earthquakes of magnitude 5.0 or greater in the fault zone. However, the USGS says that the risk of a major earthquake in the fault zone is relatively low.

Despite the low risk of a major earthquake, seismologists say that it is important for residents in the Bay Area to be prepared for earthquakes. They recommend that residents have an earthquake preparedness kit and know what to do in the event of an earthquake.

Conclusion

Monday's earthquake was a reminder that earthquakes can happen anytime, anywhere. While the risk of a major earthquake in the Bay Area is relatively low, it is important to be prepared. Residents should have an earthquake preparedness kit and know what to do in the event of an earthquake.