M5.1 Earthquake 68 km SE of Ozernovskiy, Russia — January 14, 2026
2026-01-14 03:09:11 UTC (2026-01-14) · approx. 1:09 PM UTC+10 local
On January 14, 2026 at 03:09 UTC, a magnitude 5.1 shallow crustal earthquake struck 68 km SE of Ozernovskiy, Russia, at a depth of 35.5 km and coordinates 51.0358°, 157.1623°. This earthquake was detected by 25 seismic stations with moderate location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 400, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 674 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 2.0 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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157.1623°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.1 earthquake near Ozernovskiy, Russia?
The magnitude 5.1 earthquake that struck 68 km SE of Ozernovskiy, Russia on January 14, 2026 at 03:09 UTC had a depth of 35.5 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 51.0358°, 157.1623°, which is 68 km SE of Ozernovskiy, Russia. View all earthquakes in Russia.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.1 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks 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 5.1 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: us7000rpjz). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, January 14, 2026). M5.1 Earthquake 68 km SE of Ozernovskiy, Russia — January 14, 2026. Retrieved May 8, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rpjz/