5.6Moderate
M 5.6 - 167 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia
167 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia
March 19, 2026 at 4:43 PM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M5.6
Moderate
Depth
37.6 km
below surface
Coordinates
49.1691°N, 156.0797°E
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
3.6
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.6 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 167 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia at a depth of 37.6 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 19, 2026 at 4:43 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000shc9.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 167 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.6. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the 167 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 167 km S of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia at a depth of 37.6 km.