3
Moderate
Earthquake Risk in Texas
Overall State Risk Score: 3/10
Texas faces moderate earthquake risk based on FEMA National Risk Index data across 254 counties.
Seasonal pattern: Year-round
Highest-Risk Cities in Texas
Notable Earthquake Events
Earthquake - 5.1 - 14 km NE of Hermleigh, Texas
July 25, 2024 — ADVISORY
Arlington, TX
70,000 people exposed; $8,017M capital exposed
Earthquake - 5.4 - 22 km NNW of Midland, Texas
December 15, 2022 — ADVISORY
Arlington, TX
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 5.4 - 38 km WSW of Mentone, Texas
November 15, 2022 — ADVISORY
El Paso, TX
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 6.8 - Michoacan, Mexico
September 21, 2022 — WARNING
Houston, TX
Impact data not available
Other Hazards in Texas
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