Saturday night, a 5.3 magnitude quake was registered near Severo-Kuril’sk, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor shook the area at 11:13 UTC (21:13 local time). It occurred at a depth of 47 km with the epicenter situated roughly 96 km south of Severo-Kuril’sk. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.5 event, but later downgraded it to 5.3.

Did you feel it?

If you exparienced 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.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey