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M3.0 Depth: 53.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near MINDORO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-05-14 04:38:26 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 14, 2025 at 04:38 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near MINDORO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 53 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.0
Depth
53.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-14 04:38:26 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Occidental Mindoro
Source
emsc
Coordinates
13.91000, 120.29000
Temperature
34.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 53 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 53 km
Shallow
53 km
53 km — deeper than the regional average (30 km)
Regional average: 30 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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