### Earthquake Report
A light earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 3.2 struck the San Francisco Bay Area on Friday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The tremor was recorded shortly after sunset and caused brief shaking across several nearby cities. Early reports did not indicate any significant damage or injuries.
Seismologists noted that minor earthquakes of such intensity are fairly common in the region due to the area's complex network of fault lines. Residents from several communities reported feeling a quick jolt, but no widespread alerts or emergency responses were triggered.
> “These small quakes serve as reminders that the Bay Area remains one of the most seismically active regions in the country,” local emergency officials stated.
Authorities encouraged residents to regularly review their earthquake safety plans and keep emergency supplies on hand.
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**Author’s summary:**
A 3.2-magnitude quake lightly shook the Bay Area on Friday evening, causing no damage but reminding locals of the region’s ongoing seismic activity.
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SFGATE on MSN — 2025-11-29