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M4.8 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA

UTC time: 2026-04-06 20:52:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA on April 6, 2026 at 20:52 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.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
50.0 km
UTC time
2026-04-06 20:52:47 UTC
Local time
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Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
52.24000, 160.60000

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 50 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 50 km
Shallow
50 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

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    Distance: 175 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'430 m ·Last eruption: 2009 ·Russia
  • Gorely
    Distance: 177 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 1'799 m ·Last eruption: 2010 ·Russia

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