Hermleigh, TX – A small earthquake shook parts of West Texas Tuesday near Hermleigh, registering a 2.8 magnitude.
The earthquake struck around 11:34 a.m. CDT, approximately 13 kilometers northeast of Hermleigh, at a depth of 2.1 kilometers. Residents in nearby areas, including Lubbock and Midland, may have felt light tremors but no major damage has been reported.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), this minor seismic event falls into the “micro” range, which typically causes minimal impact. While this earthquake may have gone unnoticed by many, local citizens are encouraged to share any reports of shaking. The USGS welcomes contributions to its “Did You Feel It?” platform to track the event’s impact.
Texas does not frequently experience large earthquakes, but minor tremors are common, especially in oil and gas-rich regions. Seismic activity in West Texas has been on the rise, drawing attention to potential causes like underground drilling.
If you experienced shaking, you can submit a report to help scientists gather data.
