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M3.6 earthquake 44 km ENE of Nelson, Canada

A magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck 44 km ENE of Nelson, Canada at Sep 17, 2026, 12:31 UTC, at a depth of 14 km. The epicentre was 68 km (42 mi) W of Cranbrook. 108 people reported feeling it to USGS.

Details

Magnitude3.6 mwr
TimeSep 17, 2026, 12:31 UTC
Depth14.3 km
Coordinates49.611, -116.701
Felt reports108
Tsunami flagNone
SourceUSGS event page
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