The following is a release by the United States Geological Survey, National Earthquake Information Center:
A moderate earthquake occurred NEAR BIG BEAR CITY OR about 45 km (30 miles) east- northeast of San Bernardino, California at 5:19 AM MST, Feb 22, 2003 (4:19 AM PST in California). The magnitude and location may be revised when additional data and further analysis results are available. This earthquake was felt (Intensity V) at Barstow, Big Bear City and Mentone and felt (Intensity IV) in much of southern California. No reports of damage or casualties have been received at this time. The location and magnitude for this earthquake were furnished by the CalTech/USGS Southern California Seismic Network, Pasadena.