M4.4 Depth: 0.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near Suspected industry-related event, 62 km NE of Grande Cache, AB/Événement lié à l'industrie soupconné, 62 km NE de Grande Cache, AB (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-10-26 18:50:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 26, 2025 at 18:50 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near Suspected industry-related event, 62 km NE of Grande Cache, AB/Événement lié à l'industrie soupconné, 62 km NE de Grande Cache, AB (Canada). With a focal depth of about 0 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

0.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-26 18:50:24 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Alberta

Source

nrcan_xml

Coordinates

54.31620, -118.51120

Temperature

4.3°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

0 km

0 km — shallower than the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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