Alberta Earthquake

• Alberta Energy Regulator cites oil company for causing seismic events in Peace River area

  The largest recorded earthquake in Alberta's history was not a natural event, but most likely caused by disposal of oilsands wastewater, new research has concluded.

  Science

  Mar 23, 2023
  
• Western Canada rumbled by earthquakes Thursday morning

  The earthquakes were felt as far away as the Edmonton region, according to reports on social media.

  Canada

  Mar 16, 2023
  
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• Largest recorded Alberta earthquake probably natural, scientist says

  The largest earthquake ever recorded in Alberta, which rattled homes and nerves Tuesday, was probably due to natural causes, says a geologist.

  Environment

  Nov 30, 2022
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• At least 2 earthquakes felt in northern Alberta on Tuesday

  At least two earthquakes rumbled in northern Alberta on Tuesday, according to a federal agency that tracks seismic activity.

  Environment

  Nov 29, 2022
• Earthquake near Rocky Mountain House upgraded to 5.0 magnitude

  Natural Resources Canada earthquake seismologist Andrew Schaeffer said Alberta experiences a fair number of earthquakes, especially on the western side of the province.

  Environment

  Oct 21, 2021
• Earthquake felt near Rocky Mountain House, Alta.

  A 4.1-magnitude earthquake was felt near Rocky Mountain House, Alta., on Wednesday evening.

  Environment

  Oct 21, 2021
• 3.9-magnitude Banff earthquake ‘not unusual’ for Rocky Mountain region: seismologist

  The earthquake was recognized at a 3.9 magnitude by Canadian officials. It was initially reported as 4.4 magnitude by the United States Geological Survey.

  Canada

  Feb 14, 2021
• Earthquake hits Banff region: ‘It was like an explosion’

  An earthquake hit the Banff region on Saturday night, according to town officials.

  Environment

  Feb 13, 2021
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• 4.0-magnitude earthquake detected in northern Alberta

  A 4.0-magnitude earthquake was detected about 31 kilometres southeast of High Prairie, Alta., on Monday, according to Earthquakes Canada.

  Canada

  Jun 9, 2020
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• AER orders Vesta Energy to stop fracking ops immediately after Sylvan Lake earthquake

  The Alberta Energy Regulator received a report from Vesta on March 4 at 6:20 a.m. that seismic activity with a magnitude of 4.32 was detected due to fracturing at the site.

  Environment

  Mar 5, 2019