M 8.8 - 2025 Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia Earthquake

July 29, 2025 at 23:24:52 UTC

Depth: 35.00 km (Shallow)

M 8.8

Great

Red

PAGER Alert

Yes

Tsunami

124

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude8.8 mww
Depth35.00 km (Shallow)
Location52.4948N, 160.2395E
Community IntensityVIII (Severe)
Mercalli IntensityVIII (Severe)
Felt Reports (DYFI)124 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Red — Extensive damage and casualties expected
Tsunami WarningYes
Significance2105 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 8.8 mean?

A magnitude 8.8 earthquake is classified as "Great". Great earthquakes can cause devastating damage over very large areas.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 35.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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