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M5.4 earthquake 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia

A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia at Aug 26, 2025, 20:33 UTC, at a depth of 66 km. The epicentre was 33 km (21 mi) ESE of Izberbash. 13 people reported feeling it to USGS.

Details

Magnitude5.4 mww
TimeAug 26, 2025, 20:33 UTC
Depth66.3 km
Coordinates42.443, 48.243
Felt reports13
Tsunami flagNone
SourceUSGS event page
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