M3.3 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Patnanungan, Quezon (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-02-21 10:25:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 21, 2026 at 10:25 UTC, a magnitude M3.3 earthquake occurred near Patnanungan, Quezon (Philippines). With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-21 10:25:08 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Quezon

City

Patnanungan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

14.64000, 122.23000

Temperature

26.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 km — shallower 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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