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M4.1 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.1 Earthquake near PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION

UTC time: 2026-08-12 18:04:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION on August 12, 2026 at 18:04 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.1
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-08-12 18:04:08 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
16.28000, 118.14000
Temperature
28.4°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Pinatubo
    Distance: 269 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'486 m ·Last eruption: 2021 ·Philippines
  • Taal
    Distance: 397 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 311 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
  • San Pablo Volcanic Field
    Distance: 416 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'090 m ·Last eruption: 1350 ·Philippines
  • Banahaw
    Distance: 435 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'158 m ·Philippines
  • Cagua
    Distance: 475 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'133 m ·Last eruption: 1860 ·Philippines
  • Camiguin de Babuyanes
    Distance: 486 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 712 m ·Last eruption: 1857 ·Philippines

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