Update: July 30 – 5.4 magnitude earthquake registered near Ozernovskiy, Russia

Published Aug 19, 2025

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.4 magnitude quake shook close to Ozernovskiy on Wednesday around midday.

The tremor struck at 00:26 UTC (11:26 local time), with its epicenter situated roughly 161 km east-southeast of Ozernovskiy and a depth of 35 km.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your observations using 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 103 km west 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