An earthquake off the Island’s west coast was recorded last night, but no damage or tsunami is expected.
According to the US Geological Survey, the quake happened just before 8:30 pm last night, around 200 kilometres southwest of Tofino. The quake happened at a depth of about 10 kilometres.
The Geological Survey predicts at least one small aftershock within the next week.
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Three tectonic plates meet under the ocean west of Vancouver Island, causing regular earthquakes of 5 or greater, more than 50 since 1973. It’s one of the most active seismic zones in North America.
