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6.1-magnitude earthquake reported off British Columbia coast

Apr 24, 2015, 7:57 AM | Updated: 8:52 am

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of British Columbia early Friday morning. (USGS ima...

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of British Columbia early Friday morning. (USGS image)

(USGS image)

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of British Columbia around 7 a.m. Friday.

The earthquake was located 187 KM West of Bella Bella, Canada, according to the USGS. It was measured at a depth of 6.2 miles.

The National Tsunami Warning Center said it does not expect a tsunami.

There have been no reports of damage or injuries, according to The Vancouver Sun.

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