Scientists cite years of injecting sludgy water underground for increase in quakes
More than 200 earthquakes of 3 magnitude and greater shook Texans in 2021, more than...
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Earthquakes in Texas doubled in 2021. Scientists cite years of oil companies injecting sludgy water underground.
One local said it sounded like a pickup truck had rammed into the side of their house. Another said it sounded like the air conditioner fell off the roof. A third compared the experience to getting off of a rollercoaster, dizzy and a bit shaky.
Source: fortworthbusiness.com
Earthquakes in Texas doubled in 2021 due to oil companies' water injections
The surge in seismic activity from increased underground pressure is shaking the West Texas ground and rattling longtime residents.
Source: texastribune.org