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M3.5 Depth: 25.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-12 13:16:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near LUZON, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on December 12, 2025 at 13:16 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 25 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
M3.5
Depth
25.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-12 13:16:27 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
Source
emsc
Coordinates
14.85000, 122.84000
Temperature
27.0°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 25 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 25 km
Shallow
25 km
25 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

  • Isarog
    Distance: 145 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'966 m ·Last eruption: -3500 ·Philippines
  • Iriga
    Distance: 168 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'138 m ·Philippines
  • Banahaw
    Distance: 170 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'158 m ·Philippines
  • San Pablo Volcanic Field
    Distance: 185 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'090 m ·Last eruption: 1350 ·Philippines
  • Mayon
    Distance: 199 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'462 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
  • Taal
    Distance: 219 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 311 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines

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