Initial reports of the earthquake, which struck at at 15:40 Pacific time, are that the epicenter was about 160 kilometers south-east of Tijuana and that the earthquake occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometers. The shaking was felt in downtown Los Angeles.
Press reports confirm two fatalities and 100 people injured, as well as considerable damage to some buildings in Mexicali. More than 5000 homes in the rural areas south of Mexicali have been badly damaged. About 25,000 people have received emergency shelter and food and other assistance.
Press reports (latest at the top):
Millions in California, Arizona feel 7.2 quake (AP)
Telegraph.co.uk article about the earthquake
Damage reported from Mexicali – LA Times blog
USGS – Community earthquake intensity map
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