M3.0 Depth: 33.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near MORO GULF, MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 20:51:04 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 12, 2025 at 20:51 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near MORO GULF, MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 33 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: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

33.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-12 20:51:04 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

emsc

Coordinates

6.46000, 123.26000

Temperature

27.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

33 km

33 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

Volcanoes nearby

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Ragang

Distance: 194 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'790 m ·Last eruption: 1916 ·Philippines
Matutum

Distance: 201 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'262 m ·Last eruption: 1290 ·Philippines
Musuan

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Leonard Range

Distance: 324 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'080 m ·Last eruption: 80 ·Philippines

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