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| A 4.2-magnitude earthquake shakes Northern California. |
Northern California rattled by a 4.2-magnitude earthquake, felt across Sacramento County and parts of the San Francisco Bay Area. The quake, centered just south of Isleton, shook towns like Rio Vista and triggered emergency alerts instructing residents to "Drop, Cover, Hold On." Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
The earthquake struck southern Sacramento at 9:29 a.m., causing "moderate" shaking in exposed towns like Rio Vista and Isleton. Initially believed to be magnitude 5.7, the quake was later downgraded.
Nearby areas, including Oakley and Discovery Bay, experienced light shaking, while weaker tremors were felt in Sacramento, San Francisco, and San Jose, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
Despite the intensity, there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, bringing a sigh of relief to the affected communities. Emergency services swiftly responded, and an alert advising safety precautions was broadcast to mobile phones across the region.
The San Francisco Bay Area's BART train service also temporarily delayed trains to inspect tracks for any potential damage.
The earthquake's shallow depth, just 6.7 miles from the surface, contributed to the intensity of the shaking. As per the USGS, the impact of an earthquake decreases as its depth increases.
This event served as a reminder of the region's seismic activity, prompting residents to stay vigilant and prepared for any future tremors.
