Breaking: San Ramon Earthquake Just Now – Series of Quakes up to 4.3 Magnitude Strike East Bay on February 2, 2026
Residents across the East Bay were jolted awake early Monday morning by a series of earthquakes centered near San Ramon, California. The strongest tremor registered at magnitude 4.3, following an initial 3.7 quake and several smaller aftershocks, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
The activity began around 6:27 a.m. PST with a 3.7 magnitude quake, located approximately 2-4 miles southeast of San Ramon along the active Calaveras Fault. Additional quakes, including a 3.3 and reports of a 4.3, followed within minutes. No significant damage or injuries have been reported so far, but the shaking was widely felt in surrounding areas including Oakland, Dublin, and Pleasanton.
What We Know So Far
- Magnitudes: 3.7, 3.3, 2.0, and up to 4.3 reported
- Location: 2–4 miles southeast of San Ramon, depth ~9 km
- Fault: Calaveras Fault zone, known for ongoing swarm activity
- Felt reports: Widely felt across the East Bay; residents described sudden jolts
- Damage: None reported at this time
For the latest official data, visit the USGS Earthquake Map or local reports from San Francisco Chronicle and ABC7 News.
"California's faults are a reminder that preparedness saves lives. Drop, Cover, and Hold On remains the best advice during any quake." — Qalamkaar News Team
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