Three Rivers, TX – A minor earthquake was detected in South Texas Wednesday afternoon, striking between San Antonio and Corpus Christi.
According to the Texas Seismological Network (TexNet), the 2.5 magnitude quake occurred at 9 a.m. local time (14:00 UTC) about 17 kilometers north-northwest of Three Rivers in Live Oak County. The tremor originated at a depth of approximately 13 kilometers.
Officials have not reported any damage or injuries. Small earthquakes of this size are often felt only in the immediate area and typically do not cause structural impacts.
The U.S. Geological Survey’s citizen science portal has not yet received any “Did You Feel It?” responses for this event. Residents in nearby communities, including George West, Beeville, and Pleasanton, are encouraged to report any shaking they may have noticed.
While Texas is not as seismically active as states along the West Coast, earthquakes have been recorded more frequently in recent years, especially in the Eagle Ford Shale region. Most quakes in South Texas remain small and pose little risk to public safety.
Seismologists will continue to monitor the region for aftershocks or additional seismic activity.
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