The Redwood City School District RCSD said there have been no immediate reports of damage to area schools following the 5.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Seven Trees near San Jose at 11:42 a.m. Tuesday and was felt throughout the Bay Area.
Superintendent John Baker said that at the time of the earthquake, some students were in class and others were at lunch or in the playground, while some of the District Office staff were participating in meetings.
"Those who felt the tremor proceeded to throw themselves to the ground, take cover and wait, evacuated buildings throughout the District and headed to previously designated safety zones," it stressed in a statement.
He also pointed out that the maintenance staff followed the process to check each of the school facilities and gave the go-ahead to each school principal.
Finally, he said that teaching and learning continued normally throughout the afternoon.
On Thursday, October 20, RCSD participated in the Great California Shakeout, held to practice earthquake safety.
“The safety of our students and staff is our top priority and I appreciate their participation in our annual safety drills that prepare us for days like today,” Baker said.
The California Geological Survey said in a tweet that "additional aftershocks can be expected in the region. We continue to monitor this region."
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