M4.6 Depth: 160.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near KURIL ISLANDS

UTC time: 2026-03-19 18:46:00 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near KURIL ISLANDS on March 19, 2026 at 18:46 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 160 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.6
Depth
160.0 km
UTC time
2026-03-19 18:46:00 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
47.69000, 152.45000
Temperature
0.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 160 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 160 km
Intermediate
160 km
Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

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  • Uratman
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