M3.0 Depth: 202.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Surigao City, Surigao del Norte (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-09-01 14:18:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 1, 2026 at 14:18 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near Surigao City, Surigao del Norte (Philippines). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 202 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 7 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.3.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

202.0 km

UTC time

2026-09-01 14:18:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Surigao del Norte

City

Surigao City

Source

emsc

Coordinates

9.80000, 125.46000

Temperature

28.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

202 km

202 km — deeper than the regional average (29.7 km)

Regional average: 29.7 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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