1995 Marathon earthquake
# 1995 Marathon earthquake

Striking on April 13, 1995, the 1995 Marathon earthquake was recorded at moment magnitude of 5.7. It rattled buildings near the epicenter.

## Geography

The earthquake struck western Texas with magnitude 5.7 force. It was the 3rd largest earthquake in the United States in 1995. The epicenter was probably in Alpine.

## Damage and casualties

Not a particularly damaging earthquake, the event caused two direct injuries. Both were slight.

