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M4.4 Depth: 68.1 km

M4.4 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-08-09 15:17:53 UTC Local time: —
M4.4 earthquake near Kamcatskij kraj on Aug 9, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.4 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia) · 2025-08-09 15:17:53 UTC

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia) on August 9, 2025 at 15:17 UTC. With a focal depth of about 68 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.

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Details

Magnitude
M4.4
Depth
68.1 km
UTC time
2025-08-09 15:17:53 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Russia
City
Kamcatskij kraj
Source
emsc
Coordinates
52.35440, 158.94130
Temperature
14.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 68.1 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 68.1 km
Shallow
68.1 km
68.1 km — deeper than the regional average (50.1 km)
Regional average: 50.1 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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