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Magnitude 4.2 earthquake reported off Vancouver Island's west coast

An earthquake was recorded west of Vancouver Island on May 10, 2024. (Earthquakes Canada) An earthquake was recorded west of Vancouver Island on May 10, 2024. (Earthquakes Canada)
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A 4.2-magnitude earthquake was recorded west of Vancouver Island early Friday morning.

Earthquakes Canada said the event happed at 4:44 a.m., about 168 kilometres southwest of Port Alice.

Officials said there "are no reports of damage, and none would be expected."

A tsunami also isn't expected, Earthquakes Canada said.

As of 6:30 a.m., just one person had reported to the federal agency saying they felt shaking from the earthquake, but reported it as "weak."

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake was recorded in a similar area last week. The tremor reported on May 2 was about 206 kilometres from Port Alice. Five people sent reports to Earthquakes Canada saying they felt that event, with most saying the shaking was "weak."  

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