Magnitude
M4.2
- Depth
- 10.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION
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M4.2 Earthquake near PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION (Philippines)
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About this earthquake
On October 17, 2025 at 08:03 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION (Philippines). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.
Details
ID
655455a308861608f7431d187bbe0db453834649
Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-17 08:03:18 UTC
Local time
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Country
Source
emsc
Coordinates
12.88000,
119.73000
Temperature
29.7°C
Depth profile
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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Stats (last 24h)
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