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M3.9 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-21 17:40:13 UTC Local time: —

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About this earthquake

On December 21, 2025 at 17:40 UTC, a magnitude M3.9 earthquake occurred near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 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: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.

Details

ID
33a5f31331a4a9482da6e11dd7d75281afd040f8
Magnitude
M3.9
Depth
26.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-21 17:40:13 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Surigao del Sur
Source
emsc
Coordinates
8.96000, 126.39000
Temperature
26.5°C

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 26 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 26 km
Shallow
26 km
26 km — close to 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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    Distance: 190 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'552 m ·Last eruption: 1953 ·Philippines
  • Cabalían
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  • Ragang
    Distance: 251 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'790 m ·Last eruption: 1916 ·Philippines
  • Makaturing
    Distance: 271 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'818 m ·Last eruption: 1882 ·Philippines

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