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M2.7 Depth: 15.0 km

M2.7 Earthquake near WESTERN TEXAS (United States)

UTC time: 2025-09-29 21:38:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 29, 2025 at 21:38 UTC, a magnitude M2.7 earthquake occurred near WESTERN TEXAS (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 15 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 190 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.4.

Details

Magnitude
M2.7
Depth
15.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-29 21:38:46 UTC
Local time
—
Country
United States
City
Texas
Source
emsc
Coordinates
31.64690, -104.37610
Temperature
23.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 15 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 15 km
Shallow
15 km
15 km — close to the regional average (15.4 km)
Regional average: 15.4 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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    Distance: 278 km ·Pyroclastic cone(s) ·Elevation: 1'731 m ·Last eruption: -3250 ·United States
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    Distance: 486 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'550 m ·Last eruption: -1170 ·United States

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