M4.1 Earthquake 133 km S of Vilyuchinsk, Russia — November 26, 2025
2025-11-26 18:48:42 UTC (2025-11-26) · approx. 5:48 AM UTC+11 local
On November 26, 2025 at 18:48 UTC, a magnitude 4.1 shallow crustal earthquake struck 133 km S of Vilyuchinsk, Russia, at a depth of 63.7 km and coordinates 51.7415°, 158.6828°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 21 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 406 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
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158.6828°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.1 earthquake near Vilyuchinsk, Russia?
The magnitude 4.1 earthquake that struck 133 km S of Vilyuchinsk, Russia on November 26, 2025 at 18:48 UTC had a depth of 63.7 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 4.1 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 4.1 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000ruhb). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 26, 2025). M4.1 Earthquake 133 km S of Vilyuchinsk, Russia — November 26, 2025. Retrieved May 24, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000ruhb/