M4.5 Depth: 66.7 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 121 km S of Vilyuchinsk, Russia (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-07-30 11:36:41 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near 121 km S of Vilyuchinsk, Russia (Russia) on July 30, 2025 at 11:36 UTC. With a focal depth of about 67 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
66.7 km
UTC time
2025-07-30 11:36:41 UTC
Local time
Country
City
Kamcatskij kraj
Source
usgs
Coordinates
51.84030, 158.33420
Temperature
12.5°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 66.7 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 66.7 km
Shallow
66.7 km
66.7 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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