1995 Marathon earthquake


Striking on April 14, 1995, the 1995 Marathon earthquake was recorded at moment magnitude of 5.7. It rattled buildings near the epicenter.

Geography

The earthquake struck western Texas with magnitude 5.7 force. It was the 3rd largest earthquake in the United States in 1995. The epicenter was probably in Alpine.

Damage and casualties

Not a particularly damaging earthquake, the event caused two direct injuries. Both were slight.