By Newspot Nigeria Global Desk
Residents across the San Francisco Bay Area were jolted awake early this morning as a magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck at approximately 2:56 a.m. local time, about 22.6 miles from San Francisco, according to ShakeAlert®.
The tremor, though moderate, was widely felt across San Francisco, Oakland, Fremont, and neighboring communities. People reported brief but strong shaking, with some noting items falling from shelves and windows rattling.
Safety Guidance Issued
Authorities and Google’s ShakeAlert® system quickly pushed safety notifications urging residents to:
- Get emergency supplies: Use stored water or melted ice cubes if regular water supply is disrupted.
- Use caution while cleaning up: Extinguish small fires if possible, check for damaged electrical or gas lines, and avoid spilled hazardous materials.
- Move to higher ground: For those in coastal areas, relocate promptly after shaking stops to reduce tsunami risk.
- Avoid fallen objects: Do not touch downed power lines or damaged chimneys.
- Be alert for aftershocks: Authorities warn that secondary tremors are common after initial quakes.
Reports From the Ground
Some Bay Area residents shared that the shaking was strong enough to wake them, with fears of further tremors. While no major damage or casualties have been confirmed at this time, first responders and utility crews are assessing the situation.
Newspot Nigeria confirms that this was indeed felt by individuals in the area, underscoring the importance of earthquake preparedness and awareness.
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