The lesser-known Elsinore fault is a risk to California

The lesser-known Elsinore fault is a risk to California

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook most of Southern California on April 14. While there were no reported injuries or damages, the tremor was stronger than expected and took place along a more obscure fault line in the state: the Elsinore. What is the Elsinore fault? California has long been a hotbed of seismic activity, with the notorious San Andreas being the largest fault line. However, the state has several other fault lines that can perpetuate…

EARTHQUAKE EXPERT WARNS ELSINORE FAULT IN EAST COUNTY IS CAPABLE OF MUCH STRONGER QUAKE

NewsWildfire and Emergency NewsCommunitiesMountainsBy G. A. McNeeley Map via Miracosta College   April 16, 2026 (Julian) -- While the 5.2 earthquake centered in Julian Monday was minor, the Elsinore Fault that produced it is capable of an 7.5 magnitude earthquake.   Another thing to consider is that each point on the Richter scale is exponential, which means it’s 10 times stronger than the last point.   For example, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake is…