An earthquake has struck California with locals warned about it via text moments before it happened. The earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 5.2 and was near the mountain town of Julian, east of San Diego, according to the US Geological Survey.
Locals took to social media to share advice and comment on the new use of text alerts. Marty Caswell from San Diego wrote on X: "I can't recall ever getting a text alert before an earthquake, came in 5 seconds before apartment started swaying."
Another text sent to @AGraceMorgan63 read: "Earthquake detected! Drop, Cover, Hold On. Protect Yourself."
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department said it received no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
The quake swung light fittings and rattled shelves in the city. It was felt as far away as Los Angeles, a distance of 120 miles.
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