M4.8 Depth: 67.1 km

M4.8 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-08-03 20:52:06 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 3, 2025 at 20:52 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia). With a focal depth of about 67 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

M4.8

Depth

67.1 km

UTC time

2025-08-03 20:52:06 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

52.74330, 159.26920

Temperature

14.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

67.1 km

67.1 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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