M4.9 Depth: 43.2 km

M4.9 Earthquake near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA

UTC time: 2025-09-28 14:25:18 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On September 28, 2025 at 14:25 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 43 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
M4.9
Depth
43.2 km
UTC time
2025-09-28 14:25:18 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
53.15420, 160.59140
Temperature
12.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 43.2 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 43.2 km
Shallow
43.2 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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