M 4.0 Earthquake Near Shawville, Canada
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A magnitude 4.0 earthquake occurred 19 km north-northeast of Shawville, Canada, at a shallow depth of 10 km, with 17 people reporting it was felt.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on April 14, 2026 and geographically references 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.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 (mwr) struck 19 km NNE of Shawville, Canada, at a depth of 10 km. The event occurred on June 28, 2026, at 12:30 UTC (converted from the provided timestamp).
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 45.7682 latitude and -76.3966 longitude, near Shawville in Canada. At a depth of 10 km, this is considered a shallow earthquake, which can result in stronger shaking near the epicenter compared to deeper events.
Impact Assessment
A total of 17 people reported feeling the earthquake. There is no tsunami advisory, and the alert level is green, indicating no immediate concern.
What You Should Know
This light earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.0, may be felt by people near the epicenter but typically causes no significant damage. Aftershocks are possible following such events, and general safety tips include staying informed through official channels and knowing to drop, cover, and hold on if shaking occurs.
Source
This information is from the United States Geological Survey (USGS). For more details, visit: USGS Event Page
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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