A magnitude 2.9 earthquake shook Oakland and the East Bay Monday afternoon, according to preliminary information from the U.S. Geological Survey.
The small quake’s epicenter was along the Hayward Fault — near the border of Oakland and Piedmont, not far from the Montclair Village shopping district.
The earthquake was recorded at 2:55 p.m., according to the USGS, with a depth of 2.9 miles.
Each small earthquake is a good reminder to be prepared. Check out The Oaklandside guide on how to prepare for the Big One.
Did you feel the earthquake in Oakland? You can let the USGS know.
A USGS map shows the location of a small earthquake that was felt in Berkeley on Monday. Credit: U.S. Geological Survey
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