5.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Coast of Kamchatka5.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Coast of Kamchatka A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 struck the eastern coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia on Wednesday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The quake occurred at a depth of about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) beneath the seafloor, approximately 140 kilometers (87 miles) east of the town of Ust-Kamchatsk. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage to infrastructure. However, the earthquake was widely felt by residents in the region. The Kamchatka Peninsula is located in an area that is prone to seismic activity due to its position on the Pacific Ring of Fire. This region is home to numerous volcanoes and tectonic plates, which can generate earthquakes. The GFZ noted that the earthquake did not pose a tsunami threat to the surrounding areas. Authorities in Kamchatka are monitoring the situation and urging residents to remain calm and follow official instructions. A series of aftershocks is possible in the coming days and weeks.
5.9 magnitude earthquake hits eastern coast of Kamchatka, GFZ saysThe Jerusalem Post
