M4.5 Depth: 32.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-08-25 04:00:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 25, 2025 at 04:00 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA (Russia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 32 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

32.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-25 04:00:16 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

emsc

Coordinates

53.17590, 160.32680

Temperature

13.7°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

32 km

32 km — shallower than 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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