M3.3 Depth: 5.0 km

M3.3 Earthquake near SAMAR, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-07-12 10:14:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.3 earthquake was recorded near SAMAR, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on July 12, 2025 at 10:14 UTC. With a focal depth of about 5 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.3

Depth

5.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-12 10:14:02 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.56000, 125.90000

Temperature

28.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

5 km

5 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.

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