Residents of Fort St. John, British Columbia, reported feeling an earthquake early Monday morning at 6:23 a.m. local time. According to Earthquakes Canada, the quake occurred at a shallow depth of five kilometres and was centered approximately 62 kilometres northwest of the city.
Seismologists recorded the earthquake at a magnitude of 4.4. While it was “lightly felt” in Fort St. John and surrounding areas, there have been no reports of damage or injuries, and none are expected.
This part of northeastern British Columbia has experienced several minor seismic events in recent months. A minor earthquake was recorded in June, and four quakes of magnitude 3.1 or higher were detected within a single week in February. Experts say this underscores the region’s ongoing seismic activity.
Many locals reported being woken up by a brief, light shaking but no structural damage or significant disruptions occurred. Earthquakes of this size are generally considered minor, but they can serve as reminders for communities to stay prepared for larger events in the future.
