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Possible oil and gas industry-related earthquake recorded near Grande Prairie

Grande Prairie, Alta. (Source: Province of Alberta)

Some residents of northwestern Alberta may have felt the ground shake after an earthquake was recorded in the region on Saturday night.

Earthquakes Canada says the 4.2 magnitude quake struck about 36 kilometres south of the city of Grande Prairie.

Earthquakes Canada says the quake is a possible industry-related event.

The quake was said to be lightly felt in Grande Prairie and the surrounding area.

No damage was reported, and none is expected.

Earthquakes Canada’s magnitude scale says quakes between 3.5 and 5.4 are “often felt, but rarely cause damage.”

Approximately 70,000 people live in Grande Prairie, located 458 kilometres northwest of Edmonton.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 27, 2025.