M4.9 Depth: 54.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-08-02 17:51:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia) on August 2, 2025 at 17:51 UTC. With a focal depth of about 54 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

M4.9

Depth

54.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-02 17:51:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

52.20410, 158.82470

Temperature

15.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

54 km

54 km — close to 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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