M4.7 Earthquake near Kuril Islands — March 26, 2026
2026-03-26 21:49:25 UTC (2026-03-26) · approx. 7:49 AM UTC+10 local
On March 26, 2026 at 21:49 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 intermediate depth earthquake struck near Kuril Islands, at a depth of 70.5 km and coordinates 47.4339°, 153.0497°. This earthquake was detected by 73 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.
Earthquake Details
153.0497°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Kuril Islands?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck near Kuril Islands on March 26, 2026 at 21:49 UTC had a depth of 70.5 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 47.4339°, 153.0497°, which is near Kuril Islands.
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.
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: us7000s7yl). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, March 26, 2026). M4.7 Earthquake near Kuril Islands — March 26, 2026. Retrieved May 18, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000s7yl/