A series of strong earthquakes, including a notable 4.6 magnitude quake centered in the Santa Cruz Mountains, jolted residents in the Bay Area and across northern California. The early morning tremors caused buildings to shake and woke many residents, with reports of light shaking felt in major cities including San Francisco and San Jose. Another earthquake of magnitude 5.0 was also recorded near Brookdale, further contributing to the seismic activity in the region. Residents expressed concern as multiple quakes occurred within a short span, intensifying the sense of unpredictability in the area.