M4.4 Earthquake 128 km SE of Vilyuchinsk, Russia — September 30, 2025
2025-09-30 21:09:29 UTC (2025-09-30) · approx. 8:09 AM UTC+11 local
On September 30, 2025 at 21:09 UTC, a magnitude 4.4 intermediate depth earthquake struck 128 km SE of Vilyuchinsk, Russia, at a depth of 71.9 km and coordinates 52.0204°, 159.5786°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 60 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 655 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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159.5786°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.4 earthquake near Vilyuchinsk, Russia?
The magnitude 4.4 earthquake that struck 128 km SE of Vilyuchinsk, Russia on September 30, 2025 at 21:09 UTC had a depth of 71.9 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.4 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Magnitude 4.4 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000rdx2). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, September 30, 2025). M4.4 Earthquake 128 km SE of Vilyuchinsk, Russia — September 30, 2025. Retrieved May 28, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rdx2/