Update: Jan. 28 – 5.2 magnitude earthquake detected near Vilyuchinsk, Russia

Published Feb 15, 2026

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.2 magnitude quake occurred close to Vilyuchinsk Wednesday evening.

A tremor hit the area at 09:14 UTC (20:14 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was located about 194 km south-southeast of Vilyuchinsk and occurred at a depth of 35 km.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the quake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form.

Tremors past week

Eight quakes of magnitude 2.5 or higher were recorded in the region last week. The biggest, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake, struck the same region six days ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey