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M4.7 Depth: 35.0 km

M4.7 Earthquake near Philippines (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-07-15 21:33:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 15, 2026 at 21:33 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near 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 event was recorded by USGS. Philippines: 7 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.9.

Details

Magnitude
M4.7
Depth
35.0 km
UTC time
2026-07-15 21:33:39 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Philippines
Source
usgs
Coordinates
19.73480, 121.35910
Temperature
28.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 35 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 35 km
Shallow
35 km
35 km — close to 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

Tectonic context

Located on the Philippine Sea Plate.
Near the boundary Philippine Sea ↔ Sunda · about 99 km away

Volcanoes nearby

  • Babuyan Claro
    Distance: 66 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'064 m ·Last eruption: 1924 ·Philippines
  • Iraya
    Distance: 106 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'009 m ·Last eruption: 1454 ·Philippines
  • Camiguin de Babuyanes
    Distance: 114 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 712 m ·Last eruption: 1857 ·Philippines
  • Didicas
    Distance: 115 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 228 m ·Last eruption: 1978 ·Philippines
  • Cagua
    Distance: 186 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'133 m ·Last eruption: 1860 ·Philippines

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