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Magnitude 5.1 earthquake strikes San Diego Country Estates, California region
JULIAN, CA — A pair of earthquakes struck near Julian in San Diego County on the morning of Monday, April 14, 2025, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The tremors were felt across parts of Southern California, prompting public reports to the “Did You Feel It?” system.
The first and stronger of the two events occurred at 10:08:28 a.m. PDT. The magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck approximately 4 kilometers (3 miles) south of Julian, at a depth of 13 kilometers (8 miles).
This moderate quake may have been felt across the broader San Diego region, particularly in higher elevations and nearby rural communities.
A second, smaller earthquake followed just five minutes later at 10:13:08 a.m. PDT.
The magnitude 3.0 aftershock was recorded in the same general area—4 kilometers (3 miles) south of Julian—with a slightly shallower depth of 12 kilometers (7 miles).
- Julian, CA – 4 km (3 miles) south
- San Diego Country Estates, CA – 18 km (11 miles) east-northeast
- Ramona, CA – 25 km (16 miles) east
- Pine Valley, CA – 25 km (16 miles) north-northwest
- Warner Springs, CA – 27 km (17 miles) south
Emergency officials have not reported any injuries or significant structural damage at this time.
However, residents are advised to remain alert for potential aftershocks and to review earthquake preparedness plans.
Those who felt either quake are encouraged to report their experience to the USGS via the “Did You Feel It?” portal to assist with data collection and analysis.
Further updates will be provided as additional assessments become available.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.