An earthquake shook homes and buildings in the East Bay around 11:14 a.m. Saturday.
The earthquake was measured at a magnitude of 3.4, according to the US Geological Survey. Its epicenter was at John Garber Park near Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve in South Berkeley.
The earthquake occurred along the Hayward Fault Line, which stretches from San Jose to San Pablo Bay. Major earthquakes along the fault line occur every 100 to 200 years, with the last one occurring 150 years ago. Scientists say the next “big earthquake” could happen at any time.
Residents in South Berkeley and North Oakland reported feeling their homes shaking. No damage or injuries were reported.
No further details were immediately available.
The earthquake is smaller than the one that shook New York City and parts of the Northeast Friday morning, with a magnitude of 4.8. This one also did not cause major damage, but the tremors were a surprise for the East Coast, where earthquakes are much less frequent.
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