**A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego, California, prompting emergency alerts and a quick response from local authorities. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.**
**5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes San Diego Region**
**5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes San Diego Region**
**Quake centered in Julian prompts emergency alerts but no reports of damage or injuries**
The US Geological Survey reported that a 5.2-magnitude earthquake shook San Diego and its surroundings on Monday afternoon. The quake occurred at 10:08 AM local time (18:00 GMT), with its epicenter located in the resort town of Julian, approximately an hour northeast of San Diego.
After the earthquake, Perette Godwin, a representative for the City of San Diego, informed the BBC that there were no identified instances of structural damage or injuries in the aftermath. The San Diego sheriff's office also reported that they had not received significant injury or damage reports, although they described the situation as "developing."
Governor Gavin Newsom's office took to social media shortly after the tremor, confirming that he had been updated on the developing situation. The USGS continued to monitor the area, noting smaller aftershocks within an hour after the initial quake. Meanwhile, the National Weather Service confirmed that a tsunami warning was not in effect.
Residents, including Kevin Manaugh, shared their experiences of the quake. Manaugh, who was having breakfast when the alerts were issued, quickly took cover under a door frame just before the shaking began. He remarked that this was likely the strongest quake he had experienced in his life. "It was a bit shocking," he reflected. "Everything shook... it lasted maybe three seconds, and then it was over."
While earthquakes remain difficult to predict, the 15-second lead time provided by the alert system allowed residents to take necessary precautions. Manaugh indicated that despite his home suffering no damage, he plans to prepare for future seismic events. He noted that between this earthquake and recent wildfires in Los Angeles, it is a wise idea to have an evacuation bag ready.
After the earthquake, Perette Godwin, a representative for the City of San Diego, informed the BBC that there were no identified instances of structural damage or injuries in the aftermath. The San Diego sheriff's office also reported that they had not received significant injury or damage reports, although they described the situation as "developing."
Governor Gavin Newsom's office took to social media shortly after the tremor, confirming that he had been updated on the developing situation. The USGS continued to monitor the area, noting smaller aftershocks within an hour after the initial quake. Meanwhile, the National Weather Service confirmed that a tsunami warning was not in effect.
Residents, including Kevin Manaugh, shared their experiences of the quake. Manaugh, who was having breakfast when the alerts were issued, quickly took cover under a door frame just before the shaking began. He remarked that this was likely the strongest quake he had experienced in his life. "It was a bit shocking," he reflected. "Everything shook... it lasted maybe three seconds, and then it was over."
While earthquakes remain difficult to predict, the 15-second lead time provided by the alert system allowed residents to take necessary precautions. Manaugh indicated that despite his home suffering no damage, he plans to prepare for future seismic events. He noted that between this earthquake and recent wildfires in Los Angeles, it is a wise idea to have an evacuation bag ready.
