M4.0 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-10-27 07:09:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia) on October 27, 2025 at 07:09 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 50 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

50.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-27 07:09:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

53.46000, 160.59000

Temperature

1.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

50 km

50 km — close to 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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