Earthquake Jolts Bay Area During Morning Commute

SALINAS, CA — A magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck an area northeast of Soledad Thursday morning, shaking homes across parts of San Benito County, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The quake hit at 7:49 a.m. about 9 miles northwest of Pinnacles at a depth of about 7.4 miles, the USGS said.

Residents in Santa Cruz reported feeling light shaking.

No immediate injuries or damage were reported.

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