A 5.9 magnitude quake was recorded close to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor, which hit the area at 15:45 UTC (02:45 local time), was centered roughly 173 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. It occurred at a depth of 13 km.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can report it 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.

Tremors last week

Last week, the region has experienced 12 tremors of magnitude 5.5 or greater. The strongest, a 7.8 magnitude quake, rocked the same region one day ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey