‘Mining-induced event’ suspected cause of Saskatchewan tremor: Earthquakes Canada
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A 3.4 magnitude seismic event occurred around 7:04 a.m.
Esterhazy is approximately 230 kilometres east of Regina.
All roughly 1,200 Mosaic employees have been accounted for, and operations in Esterhazy are continuing as normal.
“We continue to advance our understanding of the geological properties of the K3 ore body and will work with external experts to review seismic activity.” At the time of publication, 22 people reported having felt the tremor to Earthquakes Canada.
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‘Mining-induced event’ suspected cause of Saskatchewan tremor: Earthquakes Canada
By Tavi Dhillon Global News
Posted November 3, 2026 2:09 pm
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This ShakeMap shows an estimate of how strongly the ground shook during Tuesday morning's seismic event, Earthquakes Canada said. Credit: Earthquakes Canada
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A tremor felt in parts of southeastern Saskatchewan Tuesday morning is suspected to have been caused by mining activity, according to Earthquakes Canada.
A 3.4 magnitude seismic event occurred around 7:04 a.m.…
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