A series of earthquakes struck the same area in California in one day, with geological authorities providing details on the tremors.
Four earthquakes struck near Hayward, California, on Thursday, February 13, 2025, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The quakes, ranging from magnitude 2.7 to 3.6, occurred within a small area 2 kilometers east of Hayward at depths between 3.3 and 3.9 miles.
The strongest quake, a magnitude 3.6, was recorded at 21:59 UTC (1:59 p.m. PST) at a depth of 3.6 miles. Two earlier quakes, a 3.3 magnitude at 19:52 UTC (11:52 a.m. PST) and a 3.2 magnitude at 19:54 UTC (11:54 a.m. PST), struck just two minutes apart. The first earthquake of the day, a magnitude 2.7, occurred at 13:03 UTC (5:03 a.m. PST).
All four quakes were centered close to each other, with coordinates ranging from 37.645°N to 37.648°N latitude and 122.052°W to 122.059°W longitude.
There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. The USGS continues to monitor seismic activity in the area.