M4.8 Depth: 64.9 km

M4.8 Earthquake near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-09-20 17:09:21 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia) on September 20, 2025 at 17:09 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 65 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

64.9 km

UTC time

2025-09-20 17:09:21 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

53.11560, 159.77910

Temperature

11.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

64.9 km

64.9 km — deeper than the regional average (50.7 km)

Regional average: 50.7 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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