A 5.4 magnitude quake was recorded near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky at midday on Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor struck the area at 00:31 UTC (11:31 local time). It occurred at a depth of 10 km with the epicenter located about 115 km east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.5 event, but later downgraded it to 5.4.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are adobe block and unreinforced brick with mud construction.

Historical information
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake 294 km southwest of this event struck UK on June 8, 1993 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 2,000 at intensity VI and 4,000 at intensity VII, with no reported fatalities.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey