Minor Earthquake ● Closed

M2.8 Earthquake — 13 km WNW of Whites City, New Mexico

Event time: Last updated: Oct 2, 2026
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Magnitude 2.8 earthquake 13 km WNW of Whites City, New Mexico at a depth of 8.0 km, recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey.

Measurements

MagnitudeM2.8
Depth8.0 km
Coordinates32.2341, -104.5044
Region13 km WNW of Whites City, New Mexico
Tsunami Flag0

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