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This morning at 7:02 a.m., a magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck in the Pacific Ocean, approximately 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) northwest of San Francisco, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported. United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The epicenter was located at a depth of 12 miles (19 kilometers) from the coast, near the San Francisco Zoo.
Residents in the San Francisco Bay Area reported feeling a brief but noticeable jolt, sharing their experiences on social media. Many people were jolted out of their beds in unpleasant ways by the quake.
So far, no significant property damage or injuries have been reported.
Shortly afterwards, a magnitude 2.2 aftershock was felt in the same region, although with less intensity. This second event was mainly felt in areas close to the epicenter and did not cause any major inconveniences.
The movements highlight the importance of always being prepared for earthquakes in regions prone to seismic activity, such as California.
Residents are advised to review and update their emergency plans and supply kits, and stay informed through official sources about safety measures in case of future seismic events.
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