Earthquake 14 km SW of Poth, Texas (1.6 ml) (2025-10-16 13:57:16 UTC)

1760623036

28.9620, -98.1720

12.52 KM

A 1.6 magnitude earthquake struck on 14 km SW of Poth, Texas, at 2025-10-16 13:57:16 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 14 km SW of Poth, 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 14 km SW of Poth, Texas (1.6 ml) (2025-10-16 13:57:16 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

1.6

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_tx2025ujswzj

Nearest Places

Three Oaks / 1.69 km
Cat Creek / 3.41 km
Three Oaks Church / 3.74 km
Three Oaks School / 4.01 km
Tessman Lake / 5.73 km

Comment

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Source: EMSC (Automatic)

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Depth: 6.86 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)

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Source: EMSC (Automatic)

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Depth: 7.63 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

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