When was last earthquake in Texas?

On Aug. 16, 2019, a 3.0 magnitude earthquake occurred near Mentone in Loving County. On Feb. 19, 2020, a 3.3 magnitude earthquake occurred between Midland and Odessa.

What caused Texas earthquakes?

The recent increase in earthquakes in the central United States is primarily caused by disposal of waste fluids that are a byproduct of oil production.

How often do earthquakes happen in Texas?

Second, within Texas there have been historical earthquakes which indicate potential earthquake hazard. Two regions, near El Paso and in the Panhandle, should expect earthquakes with magnitudes of about 5.5-6.0 to occur every 50-100 years, and even larger earthquakes are possible.

Why are seismic monitoring stations important in Texas?

Keeping Texas citizens informed about earthquake activity helps mitigate and reduce effects of future earthquakes through improved knowledge and preparation. Please click on the map below to see monitoring-station locations and earthquake events.

Where was the largest earthquake in Texas today?

The largest earthquake in Texas, United States: today: 2.5 in Pecos, Texas, United States this week: 2.8 in Fort Stockton, Texas, United States this month: 3.7 in Quinton, Oklahoma, United States this year: 4.0 in Amarillo, Texas, United States

Where was the National Earthquake Information Center established?

National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC) The National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC), was established in Rockville, Maryland, in 1966 as part of the National Ocean Survey of the Department of Commerce.

How does the TexNet earthquake monitoring program work?

As part of the program, the Bureau’s TexNet research team has developed the TexNet Earthquake Catalog, a dynamic mapping web page that provides information on the location of monitoring stations and recorded earthquakes across the state. The map and data include events recorded since January 1, 2017, when data collection began.

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