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M4.6 Depth: 40.3 km

M4.6 Earthquake near KURIL ISLANDS

UTC time: 2025-10-28 04:57:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near KURIL ISLANDS on October 28, 2025 at 04:57 UTC. With a focal depth of about 40 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.6
Depth
40.3 km
UTC time
2025-10-28 04:57:32 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
49.72070, 156.27420
Temperature
5.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 40.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 40.3 km
Shallow
40.3 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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