First published Oct 19, 2026, 7:41:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 19, 2026, 7:41:15 PM UTC

2026-10-16 20:18:57 UTC: M2.35 Suspected industry-related event, 71 km SSE of Grande Prairie, AB

A magnitude 2.35 event was reported on October 16, 2026, 71 km SSE of Grande Prairie, Alberta, and described as suspected industry-related.

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Affected location: 71 km SSE of Grande Prairie, Alberta
Magnitude 2.35

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Earthquakes Canada 2026-10-16 20:18:57 UTC: M2.35 Suspected industry-related event, 71 km SSE of Grande Prairie, AB

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