M3.6 Earthquake Strikes Near San Jose: USGS

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A preliminary 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck near San Jose early Thursday, according to the United States Geological Survey.

The quake, centered about 9 miles east-northeast of downtown San Jose, hit at 5:15 a.m. along the Calaveras Fault, the USGS said.

Residents reported feeling the shaking across multiple Bay Area cities, including San Jose , Santa Clara, Milpitas, Campbell and Morgan Hill.

The San Jose Fire Department said it did not respond to any reports of damage or emergencies related to the quake.

No other information was immediately available.

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