Magnitude 6.9 earthquake strikes off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

The earthquake occurred at 3:35 a.m. UTC on October 16, 2026, at a depth of 143 kilometres.

The epicentre is located approximately 77 kilometres northeast of Ozernovskiy, Russia.

The earthquake is classified as a preliminary report, meaning the magnitude and other details may be revised as additional data becomes available.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.