MODESTO – An earthquake was felt Thursday afternoon in many valley cities and across the region.
According to the USGS, the earthquake happened at about 3:50pm and initially was estimated to be a 4.8 in magnitude. The epicenter was about 7 miles from the community of Farmington, east of Stockton.
UPDATE – USGS reclassified the epicenter to be closer to the Smith Valley area.
Officials with the National Weather Service reported feeling the quake in their building and reported slight shaking and movement.
People from as far as Merced, Sacramento, and the Bay Area reported feeling the tremor.
So far no damage or injuries were reported.
