M3.4 Quake Hits Near Hollister, Salinas After M4.7 Temblor

A 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Hollister and Salinas Wednesday morning, less than 24 hours after a 4.7 magnitude quake rocked the region, according to the USGS.

Wednesday's quake occurred at 6:09 a.m., the USGS said. It was centered 16.4 miles south-southeast of Hollister and 21.7 miles east of Salinas.

Tuesday's temblor struck at 12:42 p.m. and was centered 15.7 miles south-southeast of Hollister and 21.2 miles east of Salinas, according to the USGS.

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