Residents across parts of Monterey and San Benito counties felt a minor jolt Monday afternoon when a preliminary 3.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Salinas, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

The quake hit at 1:26 p.m. and was centered 7.6 miles south of Tres Pinos, 12.2 miles south-southeast of Hollister, 17.4 miles east of Salinas, and 17.7 miles north of Soledad. The shallow depth of the quake may have contributed to people feeling the shaking across a wider area.

Initially, the USGS listed the earthquake at magnitude 3.9 before revising it downward to 3.7 after further review. No damage or injuries were immediately reported, but the shaking was strong enough for some residents to post on social media describing the brief rumble and comparing notes about where it was felt.

Although relatively small, earthquakes of this magnitude can serve as reminders of California’s seismic activity and the importance of preparedness. Experts note that even minor tremors can sometimes be followed by aftershocks, though none had been reported as of Monday evening.

Further details, including the precise depth and whether any aftershocks follow, were not immediately available from the USGS.