Recent moderate earthquakes in Alberta, near Peace River - 29 Nov 2022

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On November 29, 2022, a series of moderate earthquakes occurred near Peace River, Alberta, including a notable magnitude 5.3 quake. The seismic activity included several other quakes ranging from magnitudes 4.0 to 4.9, all occurring within a short timeframe. While intra-plate quakes are not uncommon in the region, the occurrence of multiple quakes above magnitude 5 is unusual. This event highlights the dynamic nature of Earth's tectonic plates, which are not entirely rigid. The discussion emphasizes the significance of these larger quakes in an area typically characterized by minor seismic activity.
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It's somewhat unusual to have a moderate earthquake up there in Alberta.

Mag 4.5, 42 km ESE of Peace River, Canada
2022-11-29 18:55:39 (UTC-08:00) 9.2 km

Mag 4.0, 40 km ESE of Peace River, Canada
2022-11-29 17:40:29 (UTC-08:00) 9.8 km

Mag 4.3, 43 km ESE of Peace River, Canada
2022-11-29 17:24:20 (UTC-08:00) 9.9 km

Mag 5.3, 46 km ESE of Peace River, Canada
2022-11-29 16:55:56 (UTC-08:00) 10.0 km
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000j5n4/executive
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000j5n4/map

Mag 4.6, 44 km E of Peace River, Canada
2022-11-29 15:51:00 (UTC-08:00) 10.0 km

Mag 4.9, 45 km E of Peace River, Canada
2022-11-29 15:45:07 (UTC-08:00) 9.4 km
 

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