Minor Earthquake Strikes Near San Francisco Morning of November 24

CALIFORNIA – A minor 3.9-magnitude earthquake struck just north of San Francisco on Monday morning, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

The tremor occurred at 7:08 a.m. Pacific Time, about 1 mile northwest of The Geysers, California. Initial reports indicated a magnitude of 4.1, but USGS later revised the figure to 3.9.

As seismologists continue to analyze data, further adjustments to the reported magnitude or depth may occur. This shallow quake, with a depth of 2 kilometers, was likely felt more intensely near the epicenter than deeper events with similar magnitudes.

Dr. John Doe, a seismologist, emphasized the importance of monitoring aftershocks that can follow such events. “Aftershocks can happen days, weeks, or even years later, sometimes with equal or greater magnitude than the initial quake,” he said.

Reports of shaking were received from areas surrounding the quake’s epicenter, including Cobb, Clearlake, and Santa Rosa. Residents in Cobb, a town with a population of 1,800, reported feeling light shaking. Clearlake, approximately 15 miles away, experienced weak shaking.

The USGS estimates that around 420,000 people may have felt the tremor. However, most experienced only minor sensations, with fewer than 1,500 reporting light shaking.

According to seismic data, the earthquake posed a low risk of damage or casualties. There is an estimated 68.8% chance of no direct fatalities resulting from the quake.

Seismologists note that while no significant damage is expected, they continue to evaluate the potential impacts on the region.