4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Falls City, Texas

The earthquake, felt as far away as San Antonio, is the second-strongest ever recorded in South Texas.

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Falls City, Texas, early Saturday morning, with no immediate reports of major damage or injuries.
The quake was felt in areas including San Antonio and as far away as Round Rock, 120 miles from the epicenter.
This event is part of a series of about 30 earthquakes in the area over the past three weeks, with the 4.7 magnitude quake being the largest.
The earthquake is the second-strongest ever recorded in South Texas, and tied for the 11th-strongest in Texas history.
Fracking in the Eagle Ford Shale region, where Falls City is located, is being scrutinized as a potential cause for the increased seismic activity.