3.6 magnitude earthquake strikes near San Jose, California

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 3.6 struck near San Jose, California a few minutes ago.

The tremor may have awakened residents in the area.

The quake struck at a shallow depth of 5.2 miles, which can make shaking feel more intense. While the exact details may be refined as scientists analyze data, this tremor likely caused little to no damage.

People near the epicenter, including those in East Foothills, Milpitas, and San Jose, might have felt a slight vibration.

This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.