M 4.5 - 166 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia

Name: M 4.5 - 166 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia
Start: 2026-02-17T08:09:55+00:00
Location: 166 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia

February 17, 2026 at 08:09:55 UTC

Depth: 50.99 km (Shallow)

M 4.5

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	4.5 mb
Depth	50.99 km (Shallow)
Location	49.2084N, 155.6968E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	312 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 4.5 mean?

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake is classified as "Light". Light earthquakes produce noticeable shaking but rarely cause damage.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 50.99 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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Data from the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program (ComCat). QuakeScan is not affiliated with the USGS. Event details may be updated as new data becomes available.