M6.9 Earthquake Strikes Near Ozernovskiy, Russia; Deep Focus Limits Damage

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit 76 km northeast of Ozernovskiy, Russia, at a depth of 143 km. The deep focus likely reduces surface shaking and tsunami risk, but local infrastructure impact remains unconfirmed. This is a significant seismic event in a seismically active region, with potential for aftershocks.