A 5.7 magnitude quake was detected close to Severo-Kuril’sk Tuesday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor struck at 23:49 UTC (09:49 local time), with its epicenter situated approximately 107 km south of Severo-Kuril’sk and a depth of 71 km.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you noticed the earthquake by filling out their 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 past week

Last week, there have been four quakes of magnitude 2.5 or above centered nearby. The biggest, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake, shook in the same region one days earlier.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey