Did You Feel It? 4.2 Quake Strikes Near Palomar Mountain

Did You Feel It? 4.2 Quake Strikes Near Palomar Mountain

The location of Friday’s North County earthquake. Photo credit: Screen shot, earthquake.usgs.gov A magnitude 4.2 earthquake centered near Palomar Mountain shook San Diego County Friday evening. It occurred just south of the Riverside County line and about 20 miles east of Fallbrook at 6:16 p.m., according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Initial reports placed the magnitude at 4.5 on the Richter scale. There were no immediate reports of injuries …

4.2 earthquake near Palomar Observatory shakes San Diego County

Palomar Mountain is known for its fall foliage and exquisite views this time of year.(Courtesy of California State Parks) 4.2 earthquake near Palomar Observatory shakes San Diego County Gary Robbins March 31, 2023 March 31, 2023 A magnitude 4.2 earthquake occurred at 6:16 p.m. Friday roughly 3 miles northwest of Palomar Observatory, causing shaking across San Diego County, according to the US Geological Survey.The temblor whi…

Small Earthquake Near Palomar Mountain Shakes Up San Diego County

A small earthquake near Palomar Mountain shook San Diego County Friday afternoon.