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A preliminary 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck Friday morning in San Francisco, according to the United States Geological Survey.

A 3.7 magnitude earthquake has struck California, the United States, adding to the state’s ongoing tough challenges with ...

The shaking started with the magnitude 3.6 quake at 7:02 a.m. The USGS said that quake was centered about 3.1 miles northwest ...

While Friday morning's 3.7 earthquake and its aftershocks near the San Andreas Fault may have been small, a USGS scientist says it is a reminder to stay prepared.

California was hit by an earthquake on Friday after days of devastating wildfires sweeping through the state. A 3.7 ...

An earthquake registering a magnitude of 3.7 shook part of the San Francisco Bay Area. People had reported feeling a quick jolt.