3
Moderate
Earthquake Risk in San Antonio, TX
Risk Level: Moderate — Score 3/10
FEMA: 3Historical: 7
Key Risk Factors
- Estimated annual loss of $437K from this hazard type
- 8 events on record in proximity
- 1 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
San Antonio is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.
How San Antonio Compares
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Notable Earthquake Events Near San Antonio
Earthquake - 5.1 - 14 km NE of Hermleigh, Texas
July 25, 2024 — ADVISORY
70,000 people exposed; $8,017M capital exposed
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 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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