Magnitude 3.2 Earthquake Strikes East Bay Area, No Damage Reported

SAN RAMON, Calif. – The U.S. Geological Survey reported a magnitude 3.2 earthquake in the East Bay Area of Northern California on Thursday. The quake struck at 4:58 p.m., centered approximately 1.5 miles east of San Ramon, at a depth of about five miles.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries following the tremor. This earthquake is part of a recent series of swarms in the area, none of which have exceeded a magnitude of 4.0.

The latest seismic activity follows several other small quakes. A 3.9 magnitude quake hit the region the previous day, and a 3.1 magnitude tremor was recorded on Christmas Eve.

On New Year’s Day, a preliminary magnitude 3.0 earthquake also occurred near San Ramon, initially reported as 3.2 before being downgraded. It struck shortly before 5 p.m. and was centered 1.7 miles east of the city.

Details regarding further developments were not immediately available. This is an ongoing story, and more information will be provided as it arises.