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M4.5 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near KURIL ISLANDS

UTC time: 2026-05-06 05:52:29 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 6, 2026 at 05:52 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near KURIL ISLANDS. With a focal depth of about 50 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
M4.5
Depth
50.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-06 05:52:29 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
49.07000, 156.22000
Temperature
2.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 50 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 50 km
Shallow
50 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

Volcanoes nearby

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    Distance: 125 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'145 m ·Last eruption: 1933 ·Russia
  • Karpinsky Group
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    Distance: 150 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'781 m ·Last eruption: 2023 ·Russia
  • Sinarka
    Distance: 150 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 911 m ·Last eruption: 1878 ·Russia

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