ORLA, TX - A 3.0 magnitude earthquake shook an area in western Texas on Friday evening, with its epicenter located around 60 kilometers south of Whites City, New Mexico.
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake struck just before 8:50 p.m. local time at a depth of 10 kilometers.
U.S. Geological Survey
U.S. Geological Survey
Residents in the surrounding areas, including Orla, Texas, shared reports of feeling mild tremors on social media. The USGS Community Internet Intensity Map indicated a maximum intensity of III (weak), suggesting that while the quake was noticeable, it was unlikely to cause damage.
This earthquake is part of ongoing seismic activity in the region, which includes both naturally occurring quakes and those potentially linked to oil and gas activities.
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