M3.0 Depth: 13.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-17 11:23:45 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on December 17, 2025 at 11:23 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 8 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

13.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-17 11:23:45 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Agusan del Norte

Source

emsc

Coordinates

9.41000, 125.67000

Temperature

27.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

13 km

13 km — shallower than the regional average (30 km)

Regional average: 30 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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Ragang

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