M2.5 earthquake — 19 km ESE of Pearsall, Texas
An magnitude 2.5 earthquake occurred 19 km ESE of Pearsall, Texas on Oct 20, 2026 at 20:46 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 8 km — a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes concentrate their energy near the surface, so they tend to produce stronger shaking close to the epicenter.
Event data
| Magnitude | M2.5 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 8.5 km |
| Coordinates | 28.823, -98.911 |
| Time | Oct 20, 20:46 UTC |
| Location | 19 km ESE of Pearsall, Texas |
| USGS event ID | tx2026urpjmn |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2.5 | 10 km | Oct 27, 11:46 UTC | 13 km E of Pearsall, Texas |
| M2.7 | 196 km | Oct 25, 19:54 UTC | 8 km W of Hallettsville, Texas |
Earthquake activity in this area
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.