Quebec and Ontario residents shaken by 4.1-magnitude earthquake - The Weather Network
A minor, 4.1-magnitude earthquake that occurred Sunday morning in Quebec was felt as far away as parts of southern Ontario
www.theweathernetwork.comI don’t have live tools available right now to pull the very latest updates. Here’s what I can share based on recent publicly reported events around Petawawa and nearby Ottawa–Gatineau seismic activity.
Core answer
- A recent notable tremor in the Ottawa–Gatineau region was a magnitude-approx. 3.9 earthquake reported around midday on Apr 14, 2026, felt in Ottawa, Pembroke, Maniwaki, and surrounding areas, with initial accounts describing light to moderate shaking [CBC Ottawa coverage; CBC Canada, Apr 14, 2026; Ont./Que. reports]. This event is within the broader western Quebec seismic zone and is among the more widely felt quakes in the region in recent years [CBC; The Weather Network coverage of similar events]. Please note that officials did not report major damage from that quake [CBC coverage].
Context and what to monitor
- Earthquakes Canada and Natural Resources Canada often provide real-time intensity maps and felt-reports for events in eastern Ontario and western Quebec; aftershocks or subsequent tremors can occur in the hours to days following a moderate quake. If you’re in the Petawawa area, you may feel aftershocks or minor ground movement even after the initial event [CBC Ottawa report; NRCan guidance in similar events]. For up-to-date specifics, check the official agencies’ latest statements or local news outlets.
How this relates to Petawawa
- Petawawa has previously been among the locations where tremors are felt during regional earthquakes centered in western Quebec; residents in surrounding towns such as Ottawa, Pembroke, and Maniwaki sometimes report noticeable shaking in these events [The Weather Network summary; CBC Ottawa article]. While this particular event did not cause reported damage, it serves as a reminder to prepare for the possibility of future quakes in the area.
What you can do now
- If you felt shaking, assess for any damage in your home and follow local authorities for safety instructions. Keep a small emergency kit, secure heavy items, and review your family safety plan. For ongoing updates, follow trusted local outlets (CBC Ottawa, CTV Ottawa, Global News Ottawa) and official agencies (Earthquakes Canada, NRCan) [local-news norms; agency guidance].
If you’d like, I can:
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