Did you feel it? 4.0 earthquake near Joliette rumbles as far as Montreal

© Provided by The Gazette A 4.0 earthquake near Joliette was felt in Montreal May 17, 2021.

A 3.9-magnitude earthquake rattled the Montreal-area early Monday morning.

The event was recorded by  Earthquakes Canada at 7:03 a.m. and its epicentre traced to the Joliette area.

The tremblor, also felt on the South Shore of Montreal, lasted several seconds and seemed comparable to the vibration of a the passing of a heavy truck.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries nor, according to the federal agency, should any be expected.