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    A 5.1 Earthquake Near Abilene

    By Clint Cooper,

    1 day ago

    Like Friday’s, there was an earthquake west of Abilene. It was more robust, measuring as a 5.1 on the Richter scale. It was the sixth-strongest quake ever recorded in Texas, and people in North Texas felt it. Over the past week, the U.S. Geological Survey has recorded more than 80 earthquakes in the area. Brian Stump, a professor at SMU who studies earthquakes, said fracking is a possible cause. He believes they should analyze the area to determine whether the activity plays a role. The Texas Department of Emergency Management is monitoring some damage in the area.

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