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M3.6 Depth: 16.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near Bato, Catanduanes (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-07-17 12:33:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 17, 2026 at 12:33 UTC, a magnitude M3.6 earthquake occurred near Bato, Catanduanes (Philippines). With a focal depth of about 16 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. Philippines: 7 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
16.0 km
UTC time
2026-07-17 12:33:49 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
State
Catanduanes
City
Bato
Source
emsc
Coordinates
13.52000, 124.28000
Temperature
29.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 16 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 16 km
Shallow
16 km
16 km — shallower than the regional average (30.1 km)
Regional average: 30.1 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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    Distance: 224 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines
  • Banahaw
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