M3.3 Depth: 39.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near Paluan, Occidental Mindoro (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-02-15 08:40:13 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near Paluan, Occidental Mindoro (Philippines) on February 15, 2026 at 08:40 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.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 9 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.3.

Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

39.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-15 08:40:13 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Occidental Mindoro

City

Paluan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

13.34000, 120.20000

Temperature

28.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

39 km

39 km — deeper than the regional average (29.7 km)

Regional average: 29.7 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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