According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.2 magnitude quake occurred close to Severo-Kuril’sk Wednesday morning.

A tremor hit the area at 21:32 UTC (07:32 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was situated approximately 115 km southeast of Severo-Kuril’sk and occurred at a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.3 event, but later downgraded it to 5.2.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the quake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form.

Tremors last week

In the past week, there have been five quakes of magnitude 5.5 or greater centered nearby. The largest one was a 5.9 earthquake that jolted the same region prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey