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M4.3 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.3 Earthquake near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 00:22:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on December 12, 2025 at 00:22 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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

Details

Magnitude
M4.3
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-12 00:22:16 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Camarines Sur
Source
emsc
Coordinates
13.92000, 123.74000
Temperature
28.4°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 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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