USGS reports 4.4 quake centered in Berkeley rattles several parts of Bay Area

BERKELEY, California -- The United States Geological Survey reports a 4.4 earthquake hit about three miles southeast of Emeryville at about 2:40 a.m.and the shaking was felt across the Bay Area.

The quake, that was centered on the Hayward Fault, was initially reported a higher magnitude but later downgraded.

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BART officials say there are no initial reports of damage to the system, but out of an "abundance of caution" the very first trains will be running at a very reduced speed for inspections. Riders on those first trains will experience 20 minute delays.

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