Canada's National Earthquake Scenario Catalogue - Milles-ÎIes Fault - Magnitude 5.9

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake near Montreal, along the Milles-Îles Fault. This fault is not known to be active, but this scenario represents a small but damaging event near the City of Montreal.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 20:57 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 20:57 (UTC)
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title_fr Catalogue national de scénarios de tremblement de terre - Faille des Mille ÎIes - Magnitude 5,9
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