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4.2 magnitude earthquake hits Banff National Park

There was an early morning earthquake in Banff National Park on Sunday (Jan. 26).
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UNITED STATES GEOGRAPHICAL SURVEY

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake shook Banff National Park in Alberta on Sunday morning (Jan. 26).

According to the United States Geographical Survey, the earthquake struck at approximately 4:39 a.m. about 55 kilometres northwest of the Banff townsite and 70 km northwest of Canmore.

Considered to be relatively mild, earthquakes within the 3.5 to 5.4 magnitude-range are often felt, but rarely cause damage, according to the government of Canada.

In February 2021, a 3.9 magnitude earthquake rumbled the Banff townsite.

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