Whites City, New Mexico – A powerful 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the Texas-New Mexico border early Sunday, May 4, sending tremors across a wide area, including parts of Mexico. The earthquake, which occurred at 1:47 a.m. UTC (7:47 p.m. MDT), was reported by over 1,500 people across the region, from El Paso, Texas, to Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake’s epicenter was located 59 kilometers south of Whites City, New Mexico, at a depth of 7.5 kilometers. Intensity levels reached a VII (Very Strong) on the Modified Mercalli scale, with many reporting shaking strong enough to rattle windows and disrupt daily routines. No major damage has been confirmed, but the widespread feeling of the earthquake has prompted local authorities to monitor the situation.
Despite the strong tremors, there have been no immediate reports of significant ground failure such as landslides. However, the potential for aftershocks remains, and authorities urge residents to stay alert. Emergency response teams are on standby, as the region braces for possible continued seismic activity in the coming days.
