M 4.3 Earthquake Strikes 15 km SW of Smoky Lake, Canada
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A 4.3 magnitude earthquake occurred on June 28, 2026, at 14:45 UTC, centered 15 km southwest of Smoky Lake, Canada, at a shallow depth of approximately 9.6 km.
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This notice was issued by USGS on May 9, 2026 and geographically references Alberta, Canada. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake, classified as M 4.3 mb, struck 15 km SW of Smoky Lake, Canada, on June 28, 2026, at 14:45 UTC. The event occurred at a depth of 9.614 km.
Location Details
The earthquake was located at coordinates 54.009° N latitude and 112.6217° W longitude, near Smoky Lake in Canada. With a shallow depth of 9.614 km (considered shallow as it is less than 20 km), it may result in more noticeable shaking in nearby areas.
Impact Assessment
No felt reports have been recorded for this earthquake. There is no tsunami advisory, as indicated by the data.
What You Should Know
This light earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.3, may be felt in the vicinity but is unlikely to cause damage. Be aware of the potential for aftershocks, and follow basic safety tips such as dropping to the ground, covering under a sturdy object, and holding on if shaking is experienced.
Source
Information from the United States Geological Survey: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000swh4
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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