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M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Kuril Islands

UTC time: 2026-05-17 18:35:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Kuril Islands on May 17, 2026 at 18:35 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 GFZ.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-17 18:35:54 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
gfz
Coordinates
44.82000, 148.19000
Temperature
3.9°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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Odamoisan [Tebenkov]
    Distance: 32 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'208 m ·Japan - administered by Russia
  • Etorofu-Yakeyama [Grozny Group]
    Distance: 33 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'158 m ·Last eruption: 2013 ·Japan - administered by Russia
  • Sashiusudake [Baransky]
    Distance: 34 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'107 m ·Last eruption: 1951 ·Japan - administered by Russia
  • Chirippusan [Chirip]
    Distance: 61 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'587 m ·Last eruption: 1860 ·Japan - administered by Russia
  • Hitokappu Volcano Group [Bogatyr Ridge]
    Distance: 62 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'610 m ·Japan - administered by Russia
  • Moyorodake [Medvezhia]
    Distance: 81 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'124 m ·Last eruption: 1999 ·Japan - administered by Russia

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