> moderate and shallow MW 5.3 Earthquake in Texas, United States of America

12/17/2022 - Earthquake in Texas, United States of America

Event Characteristics
CEDIM Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Date & Time Dec. 17, 2022, 12:35 a.m.
Magnitude Mw 5.3
Latitude 32.18 °N
Longitude -102.13 °E
Depth 5 km
Last Update 2022-12-17
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Impact
Country Displaced Injured Dead Damaged Buildings Destroyed Buildings
Total 5
United States of America 5

Source: Earthquake Impact Database

Affected Population
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1 aftershocks
Impact on Health Services

A total 21 major healthcare facilities have been affected by this event.

Using data of the Healthsites.io. Latest update: May 2024 (only considering hospitals and clinics). In some countries, definitions for clinics and hospitals may deviate.

Impact on Energy Infrastructure

A total 0.12 GW of power generation capacity has been affected by this event.

Using data of the Global Power Plant Database. Latest update: June 2021, min. Capacity 10 MW.

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