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M4.8 Depth: 20.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA

UTC time: 2025-12-31 20:27:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near OFF EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA on December 31, 2025 at 20:27 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 20 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
M4.8
Depth
20.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-31 20:27:40 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
51.49000, 159.50000
Temperature
0.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 20 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 20 km
Shallow
20 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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    Distance: 139 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'288 m ·Last eruption: 2000 ·Russia
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    Distance: 140 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'007 m ·Last eruption: 1907 ·Russia
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    Distance: 150 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 1'910 m ·Russia
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