5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes San Diego Area, Southern California, 'Shake Alert' System Activated

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 06:26am on 15 Apr 2025,Tuesday Weather & Environment

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck near Julian, California, on April 14, 2025, shaking areas around San Diego. The US Geological Survey reported the quake occurred just after 10 a.m. local time, with the epicenter in Julian, a mountain town about 35 miles northeast of San Diego. Despite the tremor, there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, according to local authorities. The region's structures are generally resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerabilities like landslides and liquefaction exist. Governor Gavin Newsom stated he was briefed and is coordinating with local responders. The event also tested California's “Shake Alert” system, which aims to provide early warnings to residents.

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