M4.8 earthquake strikes off Kuril Islands, Russia; no tsunami threat

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake occurred 43 km southeast of Severo-Kuril'sk, Russia, at a depth of 74 km. The moderate depth and magnitude suggest limited local impact; no tsunami warning has been issued. This is a routine seismic event in a seismically active region, with no reported damage or casualties.

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