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M3.2 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.2 Earthquake near SAMAR, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-09-18 14:53:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.2 earthquake was recorded near SAMAR, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on September 18, 2025 at 14:53 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 5 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 3 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude
M3.2
Depth
5.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-18 14:53:52 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Northern Samar
Source
emsc
Coordinates
12.36000, 125.22000
Temperature
24.6°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 5 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 5 km
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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    Distance: 119 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines
  • Bulusan
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  • Mayon
    Distance: 194 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'462 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
  • Iriga
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  • Cabalían
    Distance: 231 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 912 m ·Last eruption: 1820 ·Philippines
  • Isarog
    Distance: 246 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'966 m ·Last eruption: -3500 ·Philippines

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