A 5.4 magnitude quake was detected close to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Thursday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which hit the area at 22:37 UTC (09:37 local time), was centered approximately 144 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. It occurred at a depth of 45 km.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can report it through 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.

Tremors last week

During the past week, the region has experienced 10 quakes with a magnitude 5.5 or higher. The biggest, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake, rocked the same region prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey