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A magnitude 3.9 earthquake was recorded around 60 kilometres south of Victoria on Wednesday, officials say, in what is the latest quake to be felt in southwest B.C. over the last two weeks.

Earthquakes Canada says the quake’s epicentre was in Olympic National Park in Washington state, and it struck around 4:18 p.m. PT.

The agency says that there were no reports of damage due to the shaker, and none would be expected. The quake was “lightly felt” in Victoria, according to Earthquakes Canada.

Officials say anyone who felt the quake should fill out the Earthquakes Canada “Did you feel it?” form.

WATCH | Should you be concerned about so many earthquakes in a short span of time? Southwestern British Columbia has experienced several small but noticeable earthquakes over the past few weeks. Seismologist Johanna Wagstaffe explains why these tremors do not increase or decrease the likelihood of a larger earthquake.

Wednesday’s quake comes after a 4.7-magnitude earthquakenear …

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