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Magnitude 5.0 earthquake jolts Texas Panhandle near Miami, strongest in over a century
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Christian Hudspeth , as published by Click2Houston KPRC2 Local
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The event's impact appears to be limited, according to available information.
People in the Texas Panhandle experienced shaking and rattling due to a recent seismic event. This event was notable for its strength. The area affected is located northwest of a town.
The event's impact appears to be limited, according to available information. Estimates suggest that serious damage and injuries are unlikely. Economic losses are also not expected to be significant.
Further details about the event can be found through the USGS, including information about potential aftershocks in the coming days.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: Click2Houston KPRC2 Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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