Sunday afternoon, a 5.2 magnitude quake was recorded close to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It was reported that a tremor struck the region at 03:10 UTC (14:10 local time). The epicenter was situated roughly 154 km southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, at a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.4 event, but later downgraded it to 5.2.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can submit a report 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 past week

Last week, there have been 16 tremors with a magnitude 2.5 or greater centered nearby. The largest, measuring 5.8, occurred close to Vilyuchinsk three days ago.

The five largest nearby quakes from last week:

• 5.8, southeast of Vilyuchinsk on Aug. 21
• 5.4, southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on Aug. 23
• 5.2, southeast of Vilyuchinsk on Aug. 23
• 4.9, east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on Aug. 20
• 4.9, southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on Aug. 21

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey