A 5.4 magnitude quake was recorded near Vilyuchinsk Wednesday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor struck at 05:30 UTC (16:30 local time), with its epicenter located approximately 193 km south-southeast of Vilyuchinsk and a depth of 10 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.3 but later upgraded to 5.4.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can share your observations using 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 215 km west 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.

Tremors past week

Seven tremors with a magnitude 5.5 or higher have been registered in the region over the last week. The largest one was a 6.2 earthquake that slammed the same region prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey