A 5.4 magnitude quake was recorded near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Tuesday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.
The tremor struck the area at 23:49 UTC (10:49 local time). It occurred at a depth of 35 km with the epicenter located approximately 117 km east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
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.
Historical information
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake 315 km southwest 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.
Source: The U.S. Geological Survey