A magnitude 3.3 earthquake rattled California north of San Francisco at 9:30 PM PT, felt by over 4,100 individuals. Centered in Pinole near the Hayward Fault, experts have warned this fault is overdue for a larger quake. Tasings predict devastating effects from a potential 7.0 quake, with thousands of casualties possible. The tremor coincided with protests against immigration raids in San Francisco, which escalated into violence and arrests as demonstrators clashed with police. No injuries or damage were reported from the quake itself.
Experts report concern over the Hayward Fault, warning it may be overdue for a significant earthquake, posing a potential risk of high casualties.
The USGS simulation projects that a magnitude 7.0 quake along the Hayward Fault could lead to 800-2,500 deaths across major Bay Area cities.
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