1988 Saguenay earthquake
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| UTC time | 1988-11-25 23:46:04 |
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| ISC event | 421305 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | November 25, 1988 |
| Local time | 18:46:04 EST |
| Magnitude | 5.9 Mw |
| Depth | 29 km (18 mi) |
| Epicenter | 48°07′N 71°11′W / 48.12°N 71.18°W |
| Areas affected | Canada |
| Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong)[1] |
The 1988 Saguenay earthquake struck Quebec, Canada with a moment magnitude of 5.9 on November 25. It is one of the largest recorded earthquakes in eastern Canada and eastern North America during the 20th century.[2][3] The earthquake was felt by millions, and damaged some buildings. It could be felt as far as Toronto, Halifax, and Boston.[4]
The earthquake was triggered by faults associated with the Saguenay Graben.[5]
Aftershocks were felt as far south as Pennsylvania, USA, and as far west as Michigan.
