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Trio of magnitude 5.0 earthquakes strike near Vancouver Island
Original: Trio of earthquakes around magnitude 5.0 strike near Vancouver Island
Three earthquakes of around magnitude 5.0 struck off the coast near Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. The quakes, hitting in quick succession, were recorded by seismologists in the seismically active Cascadia region off the Pacific Northwest coast. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, and authorities did not issue tsunami warnings. Residents along the coast reported feeling light shaking, and monitoring agencies continue to track aftershocks in the area.
Why now: A cluster of three moderate earthquakes in a region known for seismic risk draws attention and concern.
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- Trio of earthquakes around magnitude 5.0 strike near Vancouver Island · fox13seattle.com
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