M4.9 Depth: 146.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Samar, Philippines (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-09-09 06:56:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 9, 2025 at 06:56 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Samar, Philippines (Philippines). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 146 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by GFZ. Philippines: 11 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.3.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

146.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-09 06:56:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Eastern Samar

Source

gfz

Coordinates

11.20000, 125.33000

Temperature

28.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

146 km

146 km — deeper than the regional average (29.8 km)

Regional average: 29.8 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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