A preliminary 5.2-magnitude earthquake strikes near San Diego

A preliminary 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The quake’s epicenter was recorded 2.49 miles south of Julian, in San Diego County. 

At least seven aftershocks were immediately reported after the initial quake. 

The effects of the quake were felt in Orange County, Temecula, and the Inland Empire, among other places.  

It is not yet known if there are reports of injuries or damage.

This is a developing story. 

Julie Sharp is a digital producer at CBS Los Angeles. She is a South Bay native and majored in print journalism at Cal State University Long Beach.

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