5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks San Diego Area, No Major Damage Reported
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego, California, on Monday afternoon, stirring concerns but resulting in no injuries or significant damage reported.
On Monday, at approximately 10:08 AM local time, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake registered near the resort town of Julian in California's Cuyamaca Mountains, roughly an hour northeast of San Diego, according to the US Geological Survey. In the aftermath, city officials confirmed that there had been no significant injuries or structural damage, although it was still considered a "developing situation." Governor Gavin Newsom has been updated on developments following the seismic event. Smaller aftershocks were detected in the region shortly after the initial quake, but the National Weather Service confirmed that no tsunami was expected. Prior to the shaking, the USGS issued emergency alerts urging residents to seek shelter, prompting swift reactions. Local resident Kevin Manaugh, who was having breakfast when the quake hit, described it as the most intense he’s ever experienced in San Diego, stating, “Everything shook… it lasted maybe three seconds.” He emphasized the importance of the warning system that allowed residents to prepare briefly before the quake struck. While his home remained undamaged, the event made him consider better emergency preparedness for future incidents.
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego, California, on Monday afternoon, stirring concerns but resulting in no injuries or significant damage reported.
On Monday, at approximately 10:08 AM local time, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake registered near the resort town of Julian in California's Cuyamaca Mountains, roughly an hour northeast of San Diego, according to the US Geological Survey. In the aftermath, city officials confirmed that there had been no significant injuries or structural damage, although it was still considered a "developing situation." Governor Gavin Newsom has been updated on developments following the seismic event. Smaller aftershocks were detected in the region shortly after the initial quake, but the National Weather Service confirmed that no tsunami was expected. Prior to the shaking, the USGS issued emergency alerts urging residents to seek shelter, prompting swift reactions. Local resident Kevin Manaugh, who was having breakfast when the quake hit, described it as the most intense he’s ever experienced in San Diego, stating, “Everything shook… it lasted maybe three seconds.” He emphasized the importance of the warning system that allowed residents to prepare briefly before the quake struck. While his home remained undamaged, the event made him consider better emergency preparedness for future incidents.
