Back to map
M4.7 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near KURIL ISLANDS

UTC time: 2026-04-19 09:03:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near KURIL ISLANDS on April 19, 2026 at 09:03 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-19 09:03:20 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
45.14120, 151.26080
Temperature
2.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Kuril Arc at 46.3°N
    Distance: 132 km ·Elevation: -100 m ·Japan - administered by Russia
  • Kolokol Group
    Distance: 136 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'328 m ·Last eruption: 1973 ·Russia
  • Ivao Group
    Distance: 141 km ·Pyroclastic cone(s) ·Elevation: 1'426 m ·Russia
  • Chirpoi
    Distance: 158 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 742 m ·Last eruption: 2016 ·Russia
  • Milna
    Distance: 190 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'504 m ·Last eruption: 1914 ·Russia
  • Moyorodake [Medvezhia]
    Distance: 192 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'124 m ·Last eruption: 1999 ·Japan - administered by Russia

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
563
Country (24h)
—
—
Current earthquakes in
Magnitude Place Local time
No recent events available.

Share