M3.1 Depth: 39.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-07-17 22:43:59 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on July 17, 2025 at 22:43 UTC. With a focal depth of about 39 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

39.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-17 22:43:59 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.96000, 121.79000

Temperature

27.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

39 km

39 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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