UPDATE: San Ramon is experiencing an unprecedented surge in seismic activity, with 38 small earthquakes recorded so far in December 2023, marking the highest number of quakes in the area since 1976. This alarming trend has raised concerns among residents and officials alike.
Authorities confirm that the increased seismic activity comes amid severe weather alerts across California. A flood watch is currently in effect for the Sacramento River Delta and the Carquinez Strait, with heavy rain expected to hit the region later today. The entire Sacramento Valley and the Yosemite area are also under similar flood warnings due to anticipated downpours.
In a disturbing turn of events, police have identified Claudio Manuel Neves Valente as the suspected shooter in last week’s tragic incident at Brown University. Valente was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in a storage unit in New Hampshire on Thursday night. He is also implicated in the recent murder of MIT professor Nuno F.G. Loureiro, which has sent shockwaves through the academic community.
In response to the Brown shooting, former President Donald Trump announced plans to suspend the green card lottery program, citing Valente’s entry into the U.S. through this program in 2017 as a significant concern.
Meanwhile, a man involved in a confrontation with South San Francisco police last week has been named as 28-year-old Luis Francisco-Manzo. Details surrounding the incident remain under investigation as authorities piece together the events that led to the confrontation.
In lighter news, a German shepherd was spotted roaming on the upper deck of the Bay Bridge around noon on Thursday. The California Highway Patrol is yet to confirm whether the dog has been safely recovered.
Additionally, a bipartisan bill is making strides in Congress, aiming to provide payments of up to $450,000 to families of wildfire fighters who succumb to cancer due to smoke exposure. This initiative highlights the ongoing struggle and sacrifice of those who fight wildfires.
As developments unfold, residents are urged to stay informed and prepare for potential impacts from both the seismic activity and severe weather conditions. Stay tuned for updates as these stories continue to evolve.
