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M4.5 Depth: 60.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-08-06 17:04:55 UTC Local time: —
M4.5 earthquake near Kamcatskij kraj on Aug 6, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.5 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia) · 2025-08-06 17:04:55 UTC

About this earthquake

On August 6, 2025 at 17:04 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 60 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. Russia: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 2 earthquakes, the strongest at M5.8.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
60.0 km
UTC time
2025-08-06 17:04:55 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Russia
City
Kamcatskij kraj
Source
emsc
Coordinates
52.77000, 159.74000
Temperature
14.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 60 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 60 km
Shallow
60 km
60 km — deeper than the regional average (48.9 km)
Regional average: 48.9 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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