Earthquake 17 km N of Balmorhea, Texas (1.4 ml) (2025-05-23 08:20:56 UTC)

1747988456

31.1400, -103.7300

4.37 KM

A 1.4 magnitude earthquake struck on 17 km N of Balmorhea, Texas, at 2025-05-23 08:20:56 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of ml and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 17 km N of Balmorhea, Texas

Recommendation
Minor Earthquake

Action

No need for significant action. These tremors are typically imperceptible or barely felt.

Suggestion

Remain calm and observe. These are often harmless and not a cause for concern.

Earthquake 17 km N of Balmorhea, Texas (1.4 ml) (2025-05-23 08:20:56 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

1.4

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_tx2025kabz

Nearest Places

Casey Draw / 2.57 km
Hackberry Draw / 4.93 km
Florenzo Windmill / 6.02 km
Canyon Creek / 6.75 km
Adobe Draw / 6.92 km

Comment

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Depth: 4.07 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Depth: 4.02 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Depth: 4.70 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)