A magnitude 4.9 earthquake followed by several strong aftershocks were felt across Southern California early Monday afternoon.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake struck at 1 p.m., with the epicenter roughly 13 miles northeast of Barstow in San Bernardino County. The impact was felt across a wide swath of Southern California, including metropolitan Los Angeles and northern San Diego County.
The USGS initially measured the quake as a 5.1 magnitude but quickly downgraded it to 4.9. It was followed by several significant aftershocks measuring 3.5 and 2.7.
There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Shane Hernandez, a spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol, said officers were inspecting key infrastructure, including bridges and overpasses.
“This one felt like a little bit of rolling,” Hernandez told KTLA 5 News. “And then, as the aftershocks came in, it felt a little like it was pushing up towards us … It just seemed like it never stopped.”
Barstow is located approximately 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles along the heavily traveled Interstate 15 corridor.
