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M4.2 Depth: 45.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA

UTC time: 2026-03-07 04:13:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA on March 7, 2026 at 04:13 UTC. With a focal depth of about 45 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
M4.2
Depth
45.0 km
UTC time
2026-03-07 04:13:03 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
51.48000, 160.26000
Temperature
0.7°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 45 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 45 km
Shallow
45 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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  • Ksudach
    Distance: 192 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'007 m ·Last eruption: 1907 ·Russia
  • Asacha
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