5.2-Magnitude Earthquake and Series of Aftershocks Rattle Southern California, No Immediate Damage Reported

A preliminary 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Julian, California, on Monday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred at 10:08 a.m., with the epicenter located approximately 2.49 miles south of Julian in San Diego County. The tremor was felt across a wide area, including San Diego County, Orange County, Temecula, and the Inland Empire.

Following the initial quake, the USGS reported a series of aftershocks in quick succession. The first aftershock, a 2.9-magnitude tremor, occurred at 10:09 a.m., approximately 3 kilometers south-southwest of Julian. This was followed by a 2.8-magnitude aftershock at 10:10:21 a.m., located 5 kilometers southeast of Julian. Another 2.9-magnitude aftershock was recorded at 10:10:54 a.m., 4 kilometers south-southeast of the town.

The sequence of aftershocks continued with a 2.7-magnitude tremor at 10:11:30 a.m., 5 kilometers south-southeast of Julian, and a 2.6-magnitude aftershock at 10:12:08 a.m., 4 kilometers south of the town. The strongest aftershock, measuring 3.0 in magnitude, occurred at 10:13:08 a.m., 4 kilometers south of Julian. The series concluded with a 2.5-magnitude aftershock at 10:14:03 a.m., also 4 kilometers south of Julian.

The earthquake and its aftershocks were widely felt across the region, with reports of shaking coming from various parts of Southern California. Local media, including NBC San Diego, confirmed the widespread impact of the seismic activity. As of now, there have been no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries resulting from the earthquake or its aftershocks. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and assess any potential risks to the affected areas.