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M3.1 Depth: 56.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION

UTC time: 2026-05-06 12:23:10 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION on May 6, 2026 at 12:23 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 56 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.1
Depth
56.0 km
UTC time
2026-05-06 12:23:10 UTC
Local time
—
Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
15.60000, 124.55000
Temperature
28.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 56 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 56 km
Shallow
56 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

  • Isarog
    Distance: 250 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'966 m ·Last eruption: -3500 ·Philippines
  • Iriga
    Distance: 266 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'138 m ·Philippines
  • Mayon
    Distance: 277 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'462 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
  • Bulusan
    Distance: 319 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'535 m ·Last eruption: 2025 ·Philippines
  • Banahaw
    Distance: 371 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 2'158 m ·Philippines
  • San Pablo Volcanic Field
    Distance: 386 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'090 m ·Last eruption: 1350 ·Philippines

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