M3.4 Depth: 33.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Tulunan, Cotabato (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-09-04 00:33:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 4, 2026 at 00:33 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near Tulunan, Cotabato (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 33 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: over the past 24 hours, QuakeMap24 logged 7 earthquakes, the strongest at M4.3.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

33.0 km

UTC time

2026-09-04 00:33:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Cotabato

City

Tulunan

Village

Bunawan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

6.77000, 124.93000

Temperature

30.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

33 km

33 km — close to 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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Ragang

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Makaturing

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