Earthquake 12 km E of Balmorhea, Texas (1.7 ml) (2025-07-31 00:19:47 UTC)

1753921187

30.9790, -103.6150

5.87 KM

A 1.7 magnitude earthquake struck on 12 km E of Balmorhea, Texas, at 2025-07-31 00:19:47 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 12 km E 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 12 km E of Balmorhea, Texas (1.7 ml) (2025-07-31 00:19:47 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

1.7

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_tx2025oxiwnm

Nearest Places

Hart Draw / 1.37 km
Paloma Draw / 2.64 km
Cox Draw / 2.85 km
North Elkins Draw / 3.54 km
Balmorhea Lake Dam / 5.9 km

Comment

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: EMSC (Automatic)

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Depth: 4.27 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: USGS (Confirmed)

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Depth: 3.29 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)