M4.7 Depth: 117.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near San Benito, Surigao del Norte (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-05-20 02:26:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 20, 2026 at 02:26 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near San Benito, Surigao del Norte (Philippines). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 117 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ. Philippines: 8 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.3.

Details

Magnitude

M4.7

Depth

117.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-20 02:26:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Surigao del Norte

City

San Benito

Village

Maribojoc

Source

gfz

Coordinates

9.92000, 125.97000

Temperature

30.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

117 km

117 km — deeper than the regional average (29.8 km)

Regional average: 29.8 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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Biliran

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