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M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near RUSSIA-MONGOLIA BORDER REGION (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-10-08 11:20:39 UTC Local time: —
M4.2 earthquake near Respublika Altaj on Oct 8, 2025 — map of epicenter and shaking intensity | QuakeMap24
M4.2 Earthquake near RUSSIA-MONGOLIA BORDER REGION (Russia) · 2025-10-08 11:20:39 UTC

About this earthquake

On October 8, 2025 at 11:20 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near RUSSIA-MONGOLIA BORDER REGION (Russia). 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
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-08 11:20:39 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Russia
City
Respublika Altaj
Source
emsc
Coordinates
50.03000, 88.13000
Temperature
-4.0°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
10 km — shallower than the regional average (50.1 km)
Regional average: 50.1 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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