A 5.0 magnitude earthquake was detected in western Texas Friday night, according to the United States Geological Survey.

The 5.0 magnitude earthquake is tied for the sixth strongest in state history. Scientists have warned for years that increased fracking in West Texas is causing higher earthquake activity.

A moderately strong, 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck in Texas on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The temblor happened at 11:23 p.m. Central time about 33 miles northwest of Toyah,