San Diego Earthquake: Small Quake Rattles Desert
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake rattled Borrego Springs, California, near San Diego County, on Wednesday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The tremors, felt as far away as Ontario, occurred at 9:30 a.m. local time,with the epicenter located approximately 70 miles northeast of downtown San Diego. Residents reported weak shaking, but thankfully, there are no immediate reports of damage or injuries. This minor seismic event follows several smaller tremors in the same area over the past few weeks. News Directory 3 is keeping a close eye on developments. The USGS is actively monitoring the situation, encouraging residents to report any felt shaking. Discover what’s next for this active region.
3.2 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Borrego Springs, San Diego County
Updated May 28, 2025
A small earthquake, a magnitude 3.2 earthquake, struck near Borrego Springs in San Diego County, California, on Wednesday morning. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the earthquake, a minor seismic event, occurred at 9:30 a.m. The epicenter was located about 70 miles northeast of downtown San Diego, at a depth of 2.3 miles.
The USGS reported that residents in Ramona, San Diego, and even as far north as Ontario reported feeling weak shaking from the earthquake. The USGS used a self-reporting tool to gather the data. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries related to the San Diego County earthquake.
The USGS noted that several minor tremors, all with a magnitude of 1.2 or less, have occurred in the same general area over the past three weeks. In mid-April, a larger earthquake, a magnitude 5.2 earthquake, struck near Julian, California.
What’s next
The USGS continues to monitor seismic activity in the region.Residents are encouraged to report any shaking they experience through the USGS self-reporting tool.