Southern California Hit by 5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Near Julian

The quake, felt across the region, caused no major damage or injuries and highlighted the effectiveness of the ShakeAlert early warning system.

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck near Julian, California, on April 14, 2025, at 10:08 a.m. local time, with aftershocks recorded up to magnitude 3.5.
The quake was widely felt across Southern California, including Los Angeles, and as far south as parts of Mexico.
No significant structural damage or injuries have been reported, though items were knocked off shelves and minor disruptions occurred.
ShakeAlert, the earthquake early warning system, provided residents with crucial seconds to take cover before the shaking began.
Seismologists, including Dr. Lucy Jones, noted the quake's proximity to the San Andreas and Elsinore fault systems, emphasizing the region's seismic vulnerability.