A 6.0 magnitude quake shook near Severo-Kuril’sk on Sunday evening, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor, which slammed the area at 10:41 UTC (20:41 local time), was centered roughly 111 km southeast of Severo-Kuril’sk. It occurred at a depth of 18 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 6.1 but later downgraded to 6.0.

Did you feel it?

Those who felt the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means 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.

Past week’s tremor

There was another quake of magnitude 2.5 centered nearby, which was also recorded near Severo-Kuril’sk on Jun. 6.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey