A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area shortly after 3 a.m. PDT on Monday, causing widespread shaking that was felt by over 22,000 residents, as reported by the United States Geological Survey.
The epicenter of the earthquake was located east-southeast of Berkeley.
Residents took to social media to share their experiences of the shaking. The Bay Area Rapid Transit system (BART) notified users on X that train services were operating at reduced speeds while conducting safety inspections, warning of potential delays of up to 20 minutes across the network.
San Francisco’s Mayor, Dan Lurie, assured the public that “first responders are evaluating the situation in our city, and further updates will be provided later.”
<p“Things were really shaking in our newsroom,” tweeted Dave Clark, a news anchor from KTVU-TV. “It was a startling experience for everyone.”
Reports indicated that the tremors were felt as far south as Salinas, approximately 100 miles (161 kilometers) away from Berkeley.
As for injuries or significant damage, none have been confirmed at this time.
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