M4.5 Depth: 40.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA

UTC time: 2025-09-05 11:01:22 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA on September 5, 2025 at 11:01 UTC. With a focal depth of about 40 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
M4.5
Depth
40.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-05 11:01:22 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
52.01000, 160.85000
Temperature
12.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 40 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 40 km
Shallow
40 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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