A cluster of earthquakes in the Cushing area prompts the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to take action against more disposal wells. Commission Spokesman Matt Skinner says wells within three miles of the epicenter must halt operations, and those between three and six miles must reduce injection volumes by 25%. He says it may take time to see if it makes a difference, but the rash of quakes makes action necessary.
Another 13 wells have been put on notice that further action may be required.