M4.8 Depth: 37.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Off East Coast of Kamchatka (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-08-14 09:03:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Off East Coast of Kamchatka (Russia) on August 14, 2025 at 09:03 UTC. With a focal depth of about 37 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.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

37.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-14 09:03:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

gfz

Coordinates

52.79000, 159.80000

Temperature

15.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

37 km

37 km — shallower than 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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