Back to map
M4.4 Depth: 40.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near KURIL ISLANDS

UTC time: 2026-08-19 10:29:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near KURIL ISLANDS on August 19, 2026 at 10:29 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 40 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
40.0 km
UTC time
2026-08-19 10:29:33 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
50.12000, 156.98000
Temperature
13.8°C

Map

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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Vernadsky Ridge
    Distance: 87 km ·Pyroclastic cone(s) ·Elevation: 1'183 m ·Russia
  • Ebeko
    Distance: 93 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'103 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Russia
  • Chikurachki
    Distance: 110 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'781 m ·Last eruption: 2023 ·Russia
  • Karpinsky Group
    Distance: 114 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'326 m ·Russia
  • Fuss Peak
    Distance: 125 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'742 m ·Last eruption: 1854 ·Russia
  • Alaid
    Distance: 130 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'285 m ·Last eruption: 2022 ·Russia

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
617
Country (24h)
—
—
Current earthquakes in
Magnitude Place Local time
No recent events available.

Share