Southern California typically experiences more than 10,000 earthquakes per year, according to the United States Geological Survey. Most of those aren't powerful enough to be felt in a large radius, unlike today's 5.

The 5.2 quake was centered near Julian. There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries but some residents reported feeling a strong jolt.

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.2 hit Southern California on Monday morning. Experts with the Seismological Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology said the quake was recorded at 10:08 a.m. PT near Julian, California.