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San Francisco, CA – A magnitude 3.7 earthquake jolted the Bay Area early Friday morning, startling residents and briefly disrupting public transit. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake struck at 7:02 a.m. local time, with an epicenter approximately three miles offshore near the San Francisco Zoo. The tremor originated at a depth of five miles and was centered about six miles west-northwest of Daly City.
Residents across the region, from San Francisco’s Richmond District to as far south as San Jose, reported feeling the quake, which was described as a short but noticeable jolt. The San Andreas Fault, a well-known seismic hotspot, is located near the epicenter.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie reassured the public that city officials were quick to respond. “I promised to make the safety of San Franciscans my first priority as mayor, and I am keeping that promise today with this morning’s earthquake,” Mayor Lurie said in a statement. “First responders have been out across the city ensuring the safety of our residents, and we are sharing information to help people protect themselves and their families.”
No injuries or significant property damage were immediately reported, according to the San Francisco Fire Department. However, as a precaution, the city’s Muni transit system temporarily halted subway operations to inspect tunnels for structural integrity. Regular service resumed shortly after the safety checks were completed.
Earthquakes of this magnitude are relatively common in Northern California, but they serve as an important reminder of the region’s seismic risks. The San Francisco Department of Emergency Management encouraged residents to review their preparedness plans and ensure they have emergency supplies readily available.
While Friday’s quake caused no significant disruptions, it left a mark on the morning routines of many Bay Area residents, reinforcing the need for vigilance in an earthquake-prone region.