5
High
Earthquake Risk in El Paso, TX
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
FEMA: 5Historical: 6
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- Estimated annual loss of $5M from this hazard type
- 12 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
- 2 event(s) in the last 12 months
Last significant event: Earthquake - 5.0 - 53 km NW of Toyah, Texas (2025-02-15) — 3 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes
El Paso is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.
How El Paso Compares
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Notable Earthquake Events Near El Paso
Earthquake - 5.1 - 33 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas
September 16, 2024 — ADVISORY
14 people exposed; $0M capital exposed
Earthquake - 5.0 - 53 km NW of Toyah, Texas
February 14, 2025 — ADVISORY
3 people exposed; $0M capital exposed
Earthquake - 5.4 - 38 km WSW of Mentone, Texas
November 15, 2022 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 5.4 - 22 km NNW of Midland, Texas
December 15, 2022 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 5.0 - 41km W of Mentone, Texas
March 25, 2020 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake Preparedness Tips
- 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
- 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
- 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
- 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
- 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly
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