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M4.8 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near 64 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines

UTC time: 2026-08-05 04:34:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On August 5, 2026 at 04:34 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near 64 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 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 USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
35.0 km
UTC time
2026-08-05 04:34:11 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
usgs
Coordinates
5.03970, 125.00470
Temperature
28.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 35 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 35 km
Shallow
35 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

Estimated impact

7 Felt reports · max reported intensity 4.3

Tectonic context

Located on the Sunda Plate.
Near the boundary Philippine Sea ↔ Sunda · about 234 km away

Volcanoes nearby

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  • Banua Wuhu
    Distance: 216 km ·Complex ·Elevation: -5 m ·Last eruption: 1919 ·Indonesia
  • Karangetang
    Distance: 255 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'797 m ·Last eruption: 2023 ·Indonesia
  • Leonard Range
    Distance: 285 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'080 m ·Last eruption: 80 ·Philippines

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