M4.6 Depth: 25.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near 112 km SE of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia

UTC time: 2025-07-31 05:49:23 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near 112 km SE of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia on July 31, 2025 at 05:49 UTC. With a focal depth of about 25 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
M4.6
Depth
25.0 km
UTC time
2025-07-31 05:49:23 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
50.05320, 157.37320
Temperature
13.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 25 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 25 km
Shallow
25 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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