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M4.2 Depth: 59.3 km

M4.2 Earthquake near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA

UTC time: 2025-08-09 13:47:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 9, 2025 at 13:47 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near NEAR EAST COAST OF KAMCHATKA. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 59 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
59.3 km
UTC time
2025-08-09 13:47:05 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
51.08350, 157.82270
Temperature
13.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 59.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 59.3 km
Shallow
59.3 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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