More than a dozen earthquakes rattle San Benito and Monterey counties
Briefly

A series of small earthquakes hit the Central Coast, primarily affecting Tres Pinos in San Benito County, from Friday night into Saturday morning. Over a dozen quakes were recorded, the largest being a magnitude 3.9 at 2:31 a.m. on Saturday. The initial quake occurred at 9:18 p.m. Friday, measuring 2.2. The area is near the San Andreas Fault and has experienced various aftershocks, underscoring the ongoing seismic activity in the region.
A series of small earthquakes struck Tres Pinos and nearby areas in San Benito County, with magnitudes ranging from 2.2 to 3.9, indicating active seismic activity in the region.
The most significant quake, measuring 3.9, occurred at 2:31 a.m. Saturday, showcasing the region's seismic volatility, as Tres Pinos is situated near the San Andreas Fault.
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