1946 Vancouver Island Earthquake
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| Total damage | Limited |
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| Areas affected | Canada |
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| Local date | June 23, 1946 |
| Max. intensity | VIII (Severe) |
| Magnitude | 7. 0 Ms 7. 5 Mw |
| Casualties | 2 killed |
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| ID | 2197932 |
About 1946 Vancouver Island Earthquake
The 1946 Vancouver Island earthquake struck Vancouver Island on the Coast of British Columbia, Canada, on June 23 at 10:15 a. m. with a magnitude estimated at 7. 0 Mₛ and 7. 5 Mw. The main shock epicenter occurred in the Forbidden Plateau area northwest of Courtenay.
1946 Vancouver Island earthquake Photos
