According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.7 magnitude quake occurred near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky at midday on Sunday.

The tremor, which struck the region at 01:13 UTC (12:13 local time), was centered roughly 165 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. It occurred at a depth of 10 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.

Tremors last week

In the past week, nine quakes with a magnitude 5.5 or above have been reported in the area. The biggest, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake, was recorded in the same region three days ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey