A powerful earthquake of magnitude 8.1 has struck Southern California, sending residents fleeing. The focus of the quake was located near San Diego, causing widespread damage. Emergency services are currently working tirelessly to help those affected. Treatment centers are on high standby and {urge

Authorities are currently assessing the damage following a/an powerful earthquake that struck/hit/jolted Southern California earlier this/today/afternoon. The tremor/quake/shock was felt/registered across/throughout/in the entire/various parts of/much of region, with reports of building damage/colla