A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck early Saturday morning near a small Texas city, adding to a series of recent seismic events in the area. The quake, which occurred at 12:32 a.m., was centered approximately 2 miles (3 kilometers) southeast of Falls City and could be felt across a wide area, including in San Antonio.
Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries resulting from the earthquake. Falls City, home to around 500 residents, is situated approximately 45 miles (72 kilometers) southeast of San Antonio.
Prior to the 4.7 magnitude event, a 4.4 magnitude earthquake had occurred in the area just 10 minutes earlier, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Recent weeks have seen a notable increase in seismic activity, with approximately 30 earthquakes recorded in the area over the past three weeks. While the majority of these earthquakes have been of lower magnitude, they underscore ongoing geological activity in the region.
