Earthquake, Texas
5.1-magnitude earthquake hits West Texas, tremors felt as far as Austin, DFW
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake rocked West Texas Monday night, with tremors felt as far as Austin, DFW. Ties as fifth-strongest quake in state history.
Did you feel it? One of the largest earthquakes recorded in Texas history rattled parts of West Texas
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), a magnitude 5.1 earthquake, centered around Ackerly near Midland, shook parts of West Texas around 7:49 p.m Monday night. This earthquake ranked among the top five largest earthquakes in Texas history, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
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The earthquake struck Martin County, about 30 miles north of Midland. The center was more than 250 miles away from San Antonio.
Texas has a history of earthquakes — but human activity is increasing their frequency
In the wake of a magnitude 5.1 earthquake rattling near Midland Monday evening, Texas geology experts are giving further insight into some of the causes behind these quakes.
Texas shakes with one of largest earthquakes in state history
Thousands of Texans were rattled by one of the strongest earthquakes in state history Monday night. Per the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake struck around 21 miles west-southwest of Ackerly,
West Texas earthquake: Woman describes what she felt in North Austin
One of the largest earthquakes on record in the state of Texas rocked parts of West Texas on Monday night. The powerful 5.1 magnitude quake was even felt here in Central Texas.
5.1 magnitude earthquake in West Texas rattles parts of Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.1 struck near Ackerly Monday evening, briefly rattling parts of the Dallas-Forth Worth metroplex. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake hit the small community about one hour north of Midland,
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