Earthquake jolts several cities in Santa Cruz County and Bay Area
By George Avalos
Published on April 2, 2026.
An earthquake centered in Santa Cruz County, California, has caused significant vibrations in several areas, including the Bay Area and Monterey Bay. The quake had a magnitude of 4.9 and was felt in the San Jose, Santa Cruz, and East Bay areas. The San Andreas Fault is the nearest major geological feature near the quake.
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