M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near KURIL ISLANDS

UTC time: 2025-07-30 13:29:05 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On July 30, 2025 at 13:29 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near KURIL ISLANDS. With a focal depth of about 10 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-07-30 13:29:05 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
50.22280, 157.24310
Temperature
12.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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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