M3.5 Depth: 35.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-07-20 21:07:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 20, 2025 at 21:07 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.5

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-20 21:07:08 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Isabela

Source

emsc

Coordinates

17.44000, 122.34000

Temperature

29.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

35 km

35 km — close to 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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