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M2.6 Earthquake — 18 km SW of Jal, New Mexico
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Magnitude 2.6 earthquake 18 km SW of Jal, New Mexico at a depth of 6.3 km, recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Measurements
| Magnitude | M2.6 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 6.3 km |
| Coordinates | 31.9810, -103.3060 |
| Region | 18 km SW of Jal, New Mexico |
| Tsunami Flag | 0 |
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