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A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck Southern California near San Diego on Monday afternoon, the US Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed.
According to the agency, the tremor hit at 10:08 PDT, with its epicentre located near Julian, a historic mountain town known for its gold rush heritage, around an hour northeast of San Diego.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has been briefed on the situation, his office said in a post on X , adding: “The state is coordinating with local authorities to assess any damage and determine if emergency response is needed.”
NEW: @CAGovernor Newsom has been briefed on the earthquake in San Diego County.
The state is coordinating with local authorities to assess any damage and if emergency response is needed.
— Governor Newsom Press Office (@GovPressOffice) April 14, 2025
Emergency alerts were sent out as far as Los Angeles, urging residents to seek immediate shelter. “Drop, cover, hold on. Protect yourself,” read the warning.
The USGS reported a series of smaller aftershocks in the hour following the initial quake.
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