M4.2 Depth: 486.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Midtungok, Sultan Kudarat (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-05-22 07:07:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 22, 2026 at 07:07 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Midtungok, Sultan Kudarat (Philippines). The deep hypocenter at about 486 km dampens the shaking felt at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 12 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.2.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

486.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-22 07:07:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Sultan Kudarat

City

Midtungok

Village

Midtungok

Source

emsc

Coordinates

6.42000, 124.30000

Temperature

20.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

486 km

486 km — deeper than the regional average (30.2 km)

Regional average: 30.2 km

Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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