M4.5 Depth: 69.4 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 80 km ESE of Ozernovskiy, Russia (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-08-14 07:19:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near 80 km ESE of Ozernovskiy, Russia (Russia) on August 14, 2025 at 07:19 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 69 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 USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

69.4 km

UTC time

2025-08-14 07:19:36 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

usgs

Coordinates

51.28810, 157.60280

Temperature

13.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

69.4 km

69.4 km — deeper 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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