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Natural Resources Canada reports 3.9 magnitude earthquake in the region

Julia DeJong
By Julia DeJong

Natural Resources Canada reports that a 3.9 magnitude earthquake was felt in the region just after 12:30 p.m. today.

They say the quake occurred just northeast of Shawville, Quebec.

The agency says earthquakes with a magnitude above 5.0 have been felt in the region before.

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If you felt the earthquake, Natural Resources Canada has a questionnaire on their website you can fill out.

Julia DeJong
Julia DeJong
Julia is a graduate of Carleton University with a combined honours degree in journalism and humanities. She has published work with Carleton’s independent newspaper, The Charlatan, and completed internships with Blackburn Media and CBC Ottawa. Originally from Huron County, Ont., Julia now lives in Bancroft.

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