A 6.0 magnitude quake rocked near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on Friday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the area at 06:51 UTC (17:51 local time). The epicenter was roughly 156 km east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, at a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 6.6 event, but later downgraded it to 6.0.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can submit a report 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 quake

One more magnitude 4.6 tremor was detected nearby, with the event also close to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on Jun. 13.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey