M4.3 Depth: 58.8 km

M4.3 Earthquake near 75 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-12-18 23:25:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near 75 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia (Russia) on December 18, 2025 at 23:25 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 59 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

58.8 km

UTC time

2025-12-18 23:25:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

usgs

Coordinates

53.12020, 159.75240

Temperature

0.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

58.8 km

58.8 km — close to the regional average (50.6 km)

Regional average: 50.6 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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