According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake less than a mile from Prunedale, California, was reported Saturday.
The quake occurred seven kilometers from Watsonville, seven kilometers from Gilroy, eight kilometers from Salinas and nine kilometers from Hollister.
In the last ten days, there have been two earthquakes with a magnitude of 3.0 or more in the area.
An average of 25 earthquakes with a magnitude between 4.0 and 5.0 occur each year in California and Nevada, according to a recent three-year sample.
The quake occurred at a depth of 7.9 miles. Did you feel this mood? Consider reporting to USGS what you felt.
Read our five-step earthquake preparation guide to find out what to do before and during an earthquake near you.
This story was automatically generated by Quakebot, a computer application that monitors the latest earthquakes detected by the USGS. A Times editor reviewed the report before it was published. If you are interested in learning more about the system, visit our list of frequently asked questions.