Update: Seismic activity on July 20 – 6.6 magnitude earthquake near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia recorded

Published Jul 20, 2025

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 6.6 magnitude quake occurred close to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Sunday afternoon.

The tremor rocked at 07:22 UTC (18:22 local time), with its epicenter situated approximately 147 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and a depth of 9 km.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

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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 385 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