Small earthquake in Miramichi area

Tara Clow January 18, 2026 9:25 pm Last Updated on February 8, 2026 9:05 pm

Some residents felt the earth move a little in the Miramichi area.

A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was registered by Earthquakes Canada on Friday.

It happened at around 4:42 pm.

There were no reports of damage, and Earthquakes Canada says none would be expected.

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