M4.5 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 22 km E of Union, Philippines (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-09-03 23:04:26 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 3, 2025 at 23:04 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near 22 km E of Union, Philippines (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 35 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 11 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.3.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

35.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-03 23:04:26 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

usgs

Coordinates

9.77950, 126.31660

Temperature

28.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

35 km

35 km — close to the regional average (29.8 km)

Regional average: 29.8 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

Cabalían

Distance: 133 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 912 m ·Last eruption: 1820 ·Philippines
Camiguin

Distance: 191 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'552 m ·Last eruption: 1953 ·Philippines
Musuan

Distance: 252 km ·Lava dome ·Elevation: 610 m ·Philippines
Leonard Range

Distance: 268 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'080 m ·Last eruption: 80 ·Philippines
Biliran

Distance: 275 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines
Ragang

Distance: 306 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'790 m ·Last eruption: 1916 ·Philippines

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Stats (last 24h)

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