Dilley, TX – A mild earthquake struck east of Dilley, Texas, on Thursday, marking a rare November tremor in the region. The 2.6-magnitude quake hit at 11:07 p.m. UTC (6:07 p.m. local time), with its epicenter located approximately 5 kilometers east-northeast of Dilley at a depth of 8.3 kilometers, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
The USGS urges local residents to report any shaking or effects they felt through its “Felt Report” feature to aid ongoing seismic research. No injuries or structural damage have been reported, though some residents may have experienced minor tremors given the quake’s proximity and depth.
While minor earthquakes like this are uncommon in Texas, small tremors do occasionally occur in the region. Seismologists will continue to monitor the area closely for any aftershocks or additional activity in the coming days.
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