M 6.2 - 127 km S of Vilyuchinsk, Russia

January 22, 2026 at 12:42:34 UTC

Depth: 47.00 km (Shallow)

M 6.2

Strong

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude6.2 mww
Depth47.00 km (Shallow)
Location51.7914N, 158.5253E
Mercalli IntensityV (Moderate)
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance591 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 6.2 mean?

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake is classified as "Strong". Strong earthquakes can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 47.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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