M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA

UTC time: 2025-10-18 15:13:16 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA on October 18, 2025 at 15:13 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-18 15:13:16 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
53.62000, 161.17000
Temperature
4.7°C

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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

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