According to USGS, a magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck near Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia on October 6, 2026. It was recorded at 04:48 PM UTC at a depth of 29 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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From 1990 until this earthquake, 437 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M6.5 earthquake on November 16, 2012.
M6.5Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia · 163 km SSW · 29 kmUSGS
M6.2Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia · 232 km SSW · 41 kmUSGS
M6.1Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia · 227 km SSW · 36 kmUSGS
M6.1Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia · 165 km SSW · 33 kmUSGS
M6.1Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia · 297 km SSW · 39 km
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 6, 2026 earthquake near Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia?
The earthquake occurred near Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia at 48.444° N, 154.932° E, at a depth of 29 km.
How strong was the earthquake near Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia?
USGS reported a magnitude of mww 5.8 (moderate). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia?
Since this earthquake, 3 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.9.