M4.2 Depth: 20.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near EAST OF KURIL ISLANDS

UTC time: 2025-11-20 08:05:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 20, 2025 at 08:05 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near EAST OF KURIL ISLANDS. With a focal depth of about 20 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

M4.2

Depth

20.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-20 08:05:42 UTC

Local time

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Country

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Source

emsc

Coordinates

48.82000, 158.09000

Temperature

2.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

20 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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