Minor Quake Jolts Oakland, California

California Oakland A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck east of Oakland California at around 9 p.m. ET Friday according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
by CNN
Published: Sat, September 06, 2008 - 12:01 am CST Last Updated: Sat, September 06, 2008 - 12:03 am CST
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck east of Oakland, California, at around 9 p.m. ET Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The quake's epicenter was about 10 miles (16 kilometers) below the surface, the USGS reported.

Residents said they felt a sharp jolt, saw plants sway and dishes rattle.

There were no initial reports of damage or injuries.
Email a Friend Email to a Friend   
Printer Friendly Printer Friendly
Translate: » Spanish | French | German | Italian | Japanese | Chinese | Russian | Hindi

Recently Commented On

Throng Shows Up In Birmingham…

2 Total Comments
Throng Shows Up In Birmingham For Palin Hundreds Have Lined Up At A Birmingha-area Book Store In… more »

Fairhope Standoff Situation…

49 Total Comments
Fairhope Standoff Situation Over at Ravenite Pizzeria Breaking News Standoff situation at the Ravenite Pizzeria… more »

Census Worker Hanged Self, Police…

1 Total Comments
Census Worker Hanged Self, Police Say Bill Sparkman, Who Was Found Dead with the "Fed" Etched… more »

Who’s Hiring Along the…

1 Total Comments
Who’s Hiring Along the Gulf Coast? With recent news of job losses, we wanted to know which… more »

Woman Steals Ambulance, Police…

2 Total Comments
Woman Steals Ambulance, Police Fire Shots The Mobile Police Department is conducting an internal investigation… more »