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BART Trains Briefly Delayed By Earthquake

A 4.0-magnitude quake struck the East Bay this morning.

BART trains have been delayed this morning as a result of the 4.0-magnitude earthquake centered near Piedmont.

The quake was reported at 6:49 a.m. and was located about a mile north of Piedmont and 3 miles southeast of Berkeley, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. BART officials said train service is recovering from 10-minute delays systemwide caused by the earthquake.

Trains were stopped while crews inspected the tracks for possible damage. No damage or injuries have been reported as a result of the quake.

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