A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck the northeastern Texas Panhandle on Thursday morning at around 5:21 a.m. CDT, approximately 24 miles south-southeast of Spearman, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The quake was felt as far east as Tulsa, Oklahoma, about 315 miles away.
Key Takeaways
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck the Texas Panhandle near Spearman at 5:21 a.m. CDT on July 23, marking the strongest quake in the region since 1900. The temblor was felt as far east as Tulsa, Oklahoma, and across multiple states including Kansas and western Oklahoma.
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| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earthquake Magnitude | Broad Agreement | Magnitude 5.0 | |
| Location Of Epicenter | Broad Agreement | 27.8 miles southeast of Spearman | |
| Time Of Earthquake | Broad Agreement | 5:21 a.m. CDT on July 23 | |
| Depth Of Earthquake | Broad Agreement | 3.5 miles deep | |
| Damage And Injuries | Broad Agreement | No damage or injuries reported. |
Earthquake Magnitude
Broad AgreementMagnitude 5.0
Location Of Epicenter
Broad Agreement27.8 miles southeast of Spearman
Time Of Earthquake
Broad Agreement5:21 a.m. CDT on July 23
Depth Of Earthquake
Broad Agreement3.5 miles deep
Damage And Injuries
Broad AgreementNo damage or injuries reported.
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The earthquake struck at a depth of 3.5 miles and marked the strongest quake in the region since 1900. Residents across the area reported feeling the shaking, with some describing it as a thunder-like rumble that lasted around 20 seconds. According to USGS, most buildings in the region are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures include those made from unreinforced brick masonry and reinforced masonry construction.
The city of Spearman reported no damage or injuries but warned residents to brace for potential aftershocks. Residents shared their experiences on social media, with one Facebook user mentioning being awakened by the shaking in Pampa around 5:20 a.m., while another resident from Mobeetie said a picture fell off a shelf during the quake.
The earthquake's epicenter was about 27.8 miles southeast of Spearman and approximately 68 miles from Amarillo. Residents in White Deer reported feeling the quake, with one person saying it shook their bed and another describing it as a wild experience that threw them off balance.
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