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Recent earthquakes in Texas

Earthquakes in and near Texas from the USGS. Updated every minute.

Last 24 hours 1Earthquakes M2.5 and above
Largest M2.5 58 km S of Whites City, NM
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Under 3 3 – 4 4 and above
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Earthquakes per day · last 30 days

M2.5+ · Texas
Oct 15Oct 30Today
Average 1.7 a day. The busiest day was Nov 9 with 3, most of them in Texas. Counts start on Nov 8, when the website’s earthquake data begins.

By region · 24 hours

Alaska 7 Nevada 2 Puerto Rico 2 Texas 1
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Safety

What to do during an earthquake

01 · DROPGet down on your hands and knees before the shaking knocks you down.
02 · COVERCover your head and neck. Get under a sturdy table or desk if one is close.
03 · HOLD ONHold on until the shaking stops. Be ready for aftershocks.

Outdoors, move away from buildings, trees and power lines. In a car, pull over, stop and stay inside. After the shaking, check for gas leaks and injuries.

Earthquake questions

How many earthquakes has Texas had recently?

The USGS recorded 10 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or more in Texas in the last 30 days. The largest was M3.1 15 km E of Pearsall, TX on Nov 12.

When was the last earthquake in Texas?

The most recent was a magnitude 2.2 earthquake 15 km E of Pearsall, TX, 3 h ago.

What magnitude earthquake can you feel?

Quakes under about M2.5 are rarely felt. From M2.5 to M5 they are often felt but cause little damage. Damage becomes more likely from about M5.5, depending on depth and distance.

Why does Oklahoma have so many earthquakes?

The USGS links most of Oklahoma’s recent earthquakes to wastewater from oil and gas production being injected deep underground.

Can earthquakes be predicted?

No. Scientists can estimate the chance of a quake in an area over years, but not the day or hour.

How fast is this list updated?

Every minute, from the USGS real-time feed.