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M3.3 Depth: 6.6 km

M3.3 Earthquake near WESTERN TEXAS (United States)

UTC time: 2025-11-17 20:36:37 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near WESTERN TEXAS (United States) on November 17, 2025 at 20:36 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 7 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 236 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.1.

Details

Magnitude
M3.3
Depth
6.6 km
UTC time
2025-11-17 20:36:37 UTC
Local time
—
Country
United States
City
Texas
Source
emsc
Coordinates
31.63440, -104.38150
Temperature
20.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 6.6 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 6.6 km
Shallow
6.6 km
6.6 km — shallower than the regional average (15.5 km)
Regional average: 15.5 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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  • Carrizozo
    Distance: 279 km ·Pyroclastic cone(s) ·Elevation: 1'731 m ·Last eruption: -3250 ·United States
  • Zuni-Bandera
    Distance: 487 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'550 m ·Last eruption: -1170 ·United States

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