The U.S. Geological Survey reported that a 5.4 magnitude quake hit near Severo-Kuril’sk around midday Wednesday.

The tremor struck at 03:19 UTC (13:19 local time), with its epicenter situated roughly 139 km southeast of Severo-Kuril’sk and a depth of 10 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.

Historical information
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake 163 km north of this event struck UK on June 8, 1993 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 2,000 at intensity VI and 4,000 at intensity VII, with no reported fatalities.

Past week’s tremor

Last week, there has been one more quake of magnitude 5.5 centered in the area. Prior to this quake, it too was recorded close to Severo-Kuril’sk.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey