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5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Russia's Kamchatka Region

11/4/2025

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According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southeastern coast of Russia's Kamchatka region on Monday.
The quake occurred at a depth of 24 kilometers.
There was no tsunami warning issued.
The German Research Center for Geosciences initially estimated the quake's magnitude at 6.4.
The U.S. Geological Survey notes a low likelihood of casualties or significant damage.

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According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southeastern coast of Russia's Kamchatka region on Monday.
The quake occurred at a depth of 24 kilometers.
There was no tsunami warning issued.
The German Research Center for Geosciences initially estimated the quake's magnitude at 6.4.
The U.S. Geological Survey notes a low likelihood of casualties or significant damage.