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M4.6 Earthquake near LEYTE, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-11-07 11:00:11 UTC Local time: —

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About this earthquake

On November 7, 2025 at 11:00 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near LEYTE, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.

Details

ID
3a8aebe723cf786e234aab9d6f1e6986013c814e
Magnitude
M4.6
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-11-07 11:00:11 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Leyte
Source
emsc
Coordinates
11.30990, 124.35980
Temperature
26.9°C

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than 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: 30 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines
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  • Kanlaon
    Distance: 168 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'422 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
  • Mayon
    Distance: 229 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'462 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
  • Camiguin
    Distance: 237 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'552 m ·Last eruption: 1953 ·Philippines

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