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Earthquakes felt in D-FW likely induced by oil and gas operations ... and more news

The Dallas Morning News
The Dallas Morning News
Episode • Jul 31, 2024 • 5m

It’s highly likely recent earthquakes felt in North Texas are related to oil and gas operations, according to a United States Geological Survey geophysicist. Last week, West Texas earthquakes sent tremors through the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The largest was recorded at a 5.1 magnitude Friday morning, according to the USGS, and five were recorded at a magnitude greater than 4. Also, Southwest Airlines is kicking off red-eye flights, but not at Dallas Love Field; D-FW home prices continue slow crawl up as questions about supply, interest rates loom; child care deserts that have families struggling for providers.

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