Word on the streets of San Diego, residents are still talking about the strong earthquake that shook our region Monday morning. At 10:08 a.m., a 5.2-magnitude quake hit just south of Julian, rattling buildings across San Diego County and being felt as far north as Los Angeles. Luckily, there were no reports of major injuries or significant damage, though folks in Julian experienced falling bottles at local stores and cracked ceilings in their homes. Transportation crews sprang into action to clear rockslides on State Route 76, and SDG&E worked quickly to restore power to nearly 500 customers in the Julian area. While services like the trolley and some public buildings briefly operated with extra caution, the city proved its resilience. Mayor Todd Gloria reassured us all that, so far, San Diego has no visible major damage. As always, it’s a powerful reminder to check our earthquake kits and know our safety plans—especially living on the edge of the Elsinore Fault, part of the famous San Andreas system.
In other major news, a police pursuit Monday afternoon ended with officers fatally shooting a suspect in the Golden Hill neighborhood. The incident began in San Ysidro, following reports of a man with a gun, and ended on the 800 block of 26th Street near E Street. No officers or bystanders were injured, but this event underscores continued public conversations about safety and policing in our communities.
Switching gears to highlight the human side of San Diego, let’s check in with the Julian Chamber of Commerce. Robin Boland, who was in Julian during the earthquake, described the town’s communal spirit: after the shaking, neighbors poured onto Main Street to check on one another. For all the challenges that natural events bring, it’s moments like these—where San Diegans look out for each other—that truly define our region.
Looking ahead, the weather forecast is calling for partly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures, with winds picking up from Wednesday through Friday. There’s about a 40% chance of rain and thunderstorms by the end of the week, so keep those jackets handy. If you’re ready for some community fun, there’s plenty happening: the Spring Home/Garden Show runs through this weekend at Del Mar Fairgrounds, and Balboa Park is gearing up for the city’s biggest Earth Day festival on April 19. Barrio Logan will also celebrate San Diego’s Latino art and culture that same day—food, music and lowrider beauties included.
San Diego’s story—past and present—is shaped by resilience and community. From earthquakes to city council decisions, to festival weekends and neighbors helping neighbors, this city rises to the occasion, blending classic California spirit with contemporary energy.
This has been Morgan Riley, your neighbor in the news. Remember to subscribe and never miss a San Diego news update. For more information or to share your story, send an email to morgan@inceptionpoint.ai or visit our website at Quiet Please dot AI. Stay safe, San Diego.
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