M4.2 Depth: 50.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-09-22 09:29:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 22, 2025 at 09:29 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia). 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

50.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-22 09:29:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

53.48000, 160.50000

Temperature

10.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

50 km

50 km — close to 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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