A 5.2 magnitude earthquake jolted San Diego and its surrounding areas on Monday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake occurred at 10:08 AM local time, with its epicenter located in the resort town of Julian, California, nestled in the Cuyamaca Mountains about an hour northeast of the city.
Two hours post-quake, Perette Godwin from the City of San Diego reported that there were no indications of structural damage or injuries. Meanwhile, the San Diego sheriff's office noted they had not received any significant damage reports, though the situation was still developing. Shortly after the quake, California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office showcased concern, highlighting the ongoing monitoring of the situation.
Smaller aftershocks were detected following the main quake, but the National Weather Service confirmed there was no tsunami threat. In a timely precaution, emergency alerts were dispatched by the USGS, urging residents to take cover, especially in areas as far away as Los Angeles.
Kevin Manaugh, a San Diego resident, shared his experience of the quake while having breakfast. He quickly moved to safety under a door frame just before feeling the tremors. “It was a bit shocking. Everything shook really hard for about three seconds,” he recounted. Despite the scare, his home sustained no damage, leading him to consider preparing an evacuation bag for future incidents amidst increasing environmental risks.
