M4.0 Depth: 496.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near MORO GULF, MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-24 21:05:17 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 24, 2025 at 21:05 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near MORO GULF, MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). At roughly 496 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

496.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-24 21:05:17 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Sultan Kudarat

Source

emsc

Coordinates

6.41000, 123.93000

Temperature

28.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

496 km

496 km — deeper than the regional average (30 km)

Regional average: 30 km

Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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