Smoky Lake, Alberta – A rare earthquake was recorded Friday afternoon in northern Alberta, shaking areas northeast of Edmonton and drawing attention due to its unusual location. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck at approximately 3:05 p.m. UTC on Friday, May 9, 2026. The epicenter was located about 15 kilometers southwest of Smoky Lake, roughly 70 miles northeast of...
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