Preliminary 2.8 magnitude earthquake strikes South Bay NBC Bay Area [Video]

A preliminary 2.8 magnitude earthquake struck near San Jose Monday evening, according to the United States Geological Survey. 

The quake, which hit at 5:39 p.m. Monday was centered 9.7 miles east of the Seven Trees area of San Jose. 

Further information was not immediately available.

This is a developing story. Details may change as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for updates.

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