First published Oct 16, 2026, 5:02:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 5:02:15 PM UTC

2026-10-15 23:45:30 UTC: M2.86 Suspected industry-related event, 76 km SSE of Grande Prairie, AB

A magnitude 2.86 suspected industry-related seismic event was recorded on October 15, 2026, 76 km southeast of Grande Prairie, Alberta.

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Affected location: 76 km SSE of Grande Prairie, Alberta
Magnitude 2.86

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Earthquakes Canada 2026-10-15 23:45:30 UTC: M2.86 Suspected industry-related event, 76 km SSE of Grande Prairie, AB

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