M4.4 Earthquake 131 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia — June 19, 2026
2026-06-19 10:40:20 UTC (2 hours ago) · approx. 9:40 PM UTC+11 local
On June 19, 2026 at 10:40 UTC, a magnitude 4.4 shallow crustal earthquake struck 131 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia, at a depth of 30.9 km and coordinates 53.0001°, 160.5822°.
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.
This earthquake is part of an ongoing aftershock sequence following the magnitude 5.2 mainshock that occurred 5 hours ago 167 km ESE of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia. Since the mainshock, the USGS has recorded 4 aftershocks in this area. Aftershock activity is expected to continue for days to weeks as stresses on surrounding faults redistribute.
Earthquake Details
160.5822°E
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How strong was the magnitude 4.4 earthquake near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia?
The magnitude 4.4 earthquake that struck 131 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia on June 19, 2026 at 10:40 UTC had a depth of 30.9 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.
Is this the same earthquake as the M5.2 one earlier?
No. This magnitude 4.4 earthquake is an aftershock of the larger magnitude 5.2 mainshock that occurred earlier 167 km ESE of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes triggered by stress changes from the mainshock.
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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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 4.4 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000suk6). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 19, 2026). M4.4 Earthquake 131 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia — June 19, 2026. Retrieved June 19, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000suk6/