Residents in Ottawa were shaken up early this morning as a 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck western Quebec. The quake, which occurred at a depth of 14 kilometers, was felt in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas.
Although no damage has been reported so far, many residents took to social media to share their experiences of feeling the ground tremble beneath them. Some described hearing a loud rumbling noise, while others felt their homes sway.
Earthquakes are not uncommon in this region, as the Ottawa-Gatineau area sits near the Western Quebec Seismic Zone, which is known for its seismic activity. While today’s quake may have been relatively small, it serves as a reminder to always be prepared for the unexpected.
If you felt the earthquake this morning, please take a moment to check on your loved ones and ensure that your emergency preparedness kit is up to date. And remember, when it comes to earthquakes, it’s always better to be safe than sorry.
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A minor, 4.1-magnitude earthquake that occurred Sunday morning in Quebec was felt as far away as parts of southern Ontario
More than 1,400 Quebec and Ontario residents reported some shaking after a magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck on Sunday morning.
The tremor occurred 75 kilometres north-northwest of Maniwaki, Que., and about 150 kilometres northeast of Pembroke, Ont. It registered at a depth of 18 kilometres.
According to Natural Resources Canada, more than 1,400 people have sent in reports of varying degrees of shaking––some coming from as far as the Georgian Bay region, and Brampton and Caledonia areas in Ontario.
There were also reports coming from Montreal and Quebec City, Que., with accounts showing the clusters around Petawawa and Ottawa, Ont., were the most likely folks to feel it, according to Earthquakes Canada.
No damage was reported and none is expected with this earthquake.
(USGS)
Yesterday, residents of Quebec and Ontario were left shaken by a 4.1-magnitude earthquake that struck the region. The quake, which occurred around 7:30 pm local time, was felt by many people in the area, causing buildings to sway and objects to fall off shelves.
While earthquakes are relatively rare in this part of Canada, yesterday’s event serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of seismic activity. Fortunately, there have been no reports of major damage or injuries resulting from the quake.
As residents in Quebec and Ontario recover from the shock of the earthquake, it is important to stay informed and prepared for any future seismic events. Remember to have an emergency kit ready, know what to do in the event of an earthquake, and stay connected with local authorities for updates and guidance.
Our thoughts are with those affected by the earthquake, and we hope that everyone stays safe and vigilant in the days ahead.
No damage was reported after a 4.1 magnitude earthquake rattled the Maniwaki area in western Quebec Sunday morning, according to Earthquakes Canada.
The epicentre was 75 kilometres northwest of Maniwaki. It happened at 8:02 a.m.
The earthquake was felt by some residents in Ottawa and Gatineau. One resident from Kanata told CTV News Ottawa they wondered whether it woke them up. Another resident reported snow falling off the roof of their home.
Earthquakes Canada received reports from people feeling it from Pembroke to Montreal, and as far south as Brockville.
Stephen Crane, a seismologist with Natural Resources Canada told CTV News an earthquake of this magnitude would be expected to be widely felt.
Crane says no damage would be expected from this earthquake, as it’s below the damage threshold.
“Usually, earthquakes cause damage at about a magnitude 5. So, it’s below the damage threshold that we would expect. But we would expect some strong shaking, especially for those that don’t usually experience earthquakes,” Crane said.
When asked about aftershocks, Crane said earthquakes of this size usually don’t have them.
“Aftershocks in general are about a magnitude lower than the main shocks. So, if there were aftershocks, they would be small,” Crane added.
“We wouldn’t expect many people, if any, to feel the aftershocks, if there are any.”
Today’s earthquake is not an indication that another one is coming soon, he says.
“This earthquake did occur in what we call the West Kazbek seismic zone. This is a zone of seismicity that extends quite some distance from the Ottawa Valley to Montreal to Temiskaming. So, it’s a very long-wide area,” he said.
“This area is known to produce significant earthquakes. So, although this earthquake itself wasn’t damaging, there are damaging earthquakes that have occurred in the seismic zone, and we would expect future earthquakes to occur that would be damaging in this area.”
While there is no way to predict when an earthquake is going to happen, Natural Resources Canada has developed the Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) system to give people a warning to “drop, cover and hold on.”
“(The system) will rapidly identify and detect earthquakes, then send an alert to users and the public that they might experience some strong ground shaking,” Crane said. “That will only give seconds of warning.”
The EEW system is concentrated in western British Columbia, eastern Ontario, and southern Quebec. It began operating in British Columbia in the spring of 2024 and will begin in Quebec and Ontario in early 2025.
To better understand the impact of earthquakes, Natural Resources Canada wants you to fill out the “Did you feel it?” report, which is available online.
Residents in western Quebec were left shaken after a 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck the region. Many took to social media to share their experiences and ask the question, “Did I feel an Earthquake?”
The earthquake, which hit at a depth of 18.7 km, was felt across a wide area, with reports coming in from Montreal, Ottawa, and as far as New York State. Despite the widespread shaking, no damage has been reported so far.
Experts are reminding residents to be prepared for future earthquakes, as Quebec is located in a seismically active region. It’s always a good idea to have an emergency kit on hand and to know what to do in the event of an earthquake.
For now, residents can rest assured that no damage has been reported after the recent earthquake. Stay safe and be prepared for whatever Mother Nature may throw your way.
Machine Learning in Medical Imaging: 8th International Workshop, MLMI 2017, Held in Conjunction with MICCAI 2017, Quebec City, QC, Canada, September … (Lecture Notes in Computer Science, 10541)
The 8th International Workshop on Machine Learning in Medical Imaging (MLMI 2017) was held in conjunction with the Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention (MICCAI) conference in Quebec City, Canada in September. This workshop brought together researchers, practitioners, and experts in the field of medical imaging to discuss the latest advancements and applications of machine learning techniques in healthcare.
With the increasing availability of large-scale medical imaging data, machine learning has emerged as a powerful tool for analyzing and interpreting complex medical images. The MLMI workshop featured a wide range of topics, including deep learning, computer-aided diagnosis, image segmentation, and image registration, among others.
The proceedings of the workshop, published as Lecture Notes in Computer Science (10541), showcase the cutting-edge research presented by leading experts in the field. The papers cover a diverse range of applications, from cancer detection and diagnosis to neuroimaging and cardiovascular imaging.
Overall, the MLMI workshop provided a valuable platform for researchers and practitioners to exchange ideas, share insights, and collaborate on innovative solutions for improving healthcare through machine learning in medical imaging. The event highlighted the growing impact of machine learning in transforming the field of medical imaging and shaping the future of healthcare.
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