M4.7 Earthquake 261 km ESE of Batagay, Russia — January 30, 2026
2026-01-30 23:03:17 UTC (2026-01-30) · approx. 8:03 AM UTC+9 local
On January 30, 2026 at 23:03 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 shallow crustal earthquake struck 261 km ESE of Batagay, Russia, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 66.7762°, 140.2590°. This earthquake was detected by 77 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
The epicenter is located in Russia, a region characterized by the Kuril-Kamchatka subduction zone on the northwestern Pacific Ring of Fire. The nearest mapped fault system is the Kuril-Kamchatka Trench. View all earthquakes in Russia.
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Earthquake Details
140.2590°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Batagay, Russia?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 261 km ESE of Batagay, Russia on January 30, 2026 at 23:03 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 66.7762°, 140.2590°, which is 261 km ESE of Batagay, Russia. View all earthquakes in Russia.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
Has Russia had earthquakes this big before?
The largest recorded earthquake in Russia was the M9.0 Kamchatka earthquake of November 4, 1952. Today's magnitude 4.7 event is significantly smaller than that historical record.
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.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000s5n3). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, January 30, 2026). M4.7 Earthquake 261 km ESE of Batagay, Russia — January 30, 2026. Retrieved May 14, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000s5n3/