Minor Earthquake Rattles Strathcona County Area

2.6 magnitude quake strikes Strathcona County, no damage reported

Residents in the Edmonton area may have felt a slight shake on April 1st, as a minor 2.6 magnitude earthquake struck Strathcona County, approximately 14 km northeast of Sherwood Park.

Earthquake Details

• Magnitude: 2.6

• Date: April 1, 2026 at 11:29 PM

• Location: Strathcona County, 14 km NE of Sherwood Park

• Depth: 2 km (very shallow)

• Intensity: Weak shaking reported

What Residents Experienced

According to Volcano Discovery's "I-felt-it" reports, one resident in Sherwood Park described the quake as a "weak shaking" that lasted about 10 seconds. The shallow depth of just 2 kilometers meant the tremor was close to the surface, making it more noticeable despite the low magnitude.

No Damage Reported

Earthquakes of this magnitude typically don't cause damage. The 2.6 magnitude quake was well below the threshold that would cause structural concerns for buildings in the area.

Not Uncommon for Region

While not frequent, small earthquakes do occur in the Edmonton region from time to time. The area sits on the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin, which can experience minor seismic activity.

Did You Feel It?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can report your experience to geological survey organizations. Your reports help scientists better understand seismic activity in our region and improve earthquake monitoring systems.

For more information about earthquakes in Alberta, visit the Alberta Geological Survey website.