San Diego, CA – A minor earthquake measuring 2.8 on the Richter scale struck off the coast of San Diego early Monday morning. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) recorded the quake at 9:43 a.m., occurring about 47 kilometers northeast of San Clemente Island’s southeastern tip.
According to the USGS, the earthquake’s depth was measured at 12.6 kilometers beneath the ocean floor, causing light tremors that were weakly felt along the southern California coast. Although shaking was mild, residents in San Diego County and nearby areas reported feeling a faint, brief tremor. No injuries or damage have been reported as of now.
The USGS’s Community Internet Intensity Map rated the tremor as level II, indicating weak shaking. Officials encourage anyone who felt the quake to fill out a “Did You Feel It?” report on the USGS website. These public reports help scientists gather data on regional seismic responses…