Overview
- A preliminary magnitude 3.7 earthquake was recorded by USGS sensors at about 7:49 a.m. Thursday with an epicenter roughly 9 miles northwest of Pinnacles and a depth near 7.5 miles.
- Some outlets cited a 3.6 magnitude in early updates, reflecting normal small revisions as seismologists refine initial instrument readings.
- Light, short-lived shaking was reported in nearby communities including Salinas and Monterey according to USGS felt-data maps and local reports.
- No damage or injuries had been reported in initial coverage and authorities described the situation as developing pending any further USGS updates or local damage reports.
- Small quakes of this size typically cause only brief, minor shaking and the rugged terrain around Pinnacles reduces the chance of structural impacts, though officials and residents should watch for any updated readings or aftershocks.