M 4.6 Light Earthquake Strikes Near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake occurred 143 km southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia, on February 11, 2026, at an intermediate depth of 38.68 km.
What Happened
A light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 mb was recorded on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 14:09:00 UTC. The seismic event occurred at a depth of 38.68 km, according to data provided by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
Location Details
The epicenter was located at coordinates 52.1161°N, 160.0679°E, approximately 143 km southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia. The earthquake’s depth of 38.68 km is classified as intermediate (between 20km and 70km), which can sometimes influence how widely the shaking is felt at the surface.
Impact Assessment
At this time, there are no felt reports associated with this event. According to the USGS, there is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect. No specific alert level color has been assigned to this event, and the status of the data has been reviewed by a seismologist.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 4.0 and 4.9 are classified as “light.” These events are often noticeable and can cause shaking indoors, but they rarely cause significant structural damage. Residents in seismic zones should be aware that aftershocks are a possibility following any earthquake. In the event of further shaking, safety experts recommend that you drop, cover, and hold on.
Source
Information provided by the USGS Event Page.
Source: USGS Official Notice