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M3.6 Depth: 33.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-05-12 01:55:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on May 12, 2025 at 01:55 UTC. 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.

Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
33.0 km
UTC time
2025-05-12 01:55:58 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Surigao del Sur
Source
emsc
Coordinates
9.01000, 126.36000
Temperature
28.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 33 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 33 km
Shallow
33 km
33 km — close to the regional average (30 km)
Regional average: 30 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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  • Camiguin
    Distance: 186 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'552 m ·Last eruption: 1953 ·Philippines
  • Cabalían
    Distance: 189 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 912 m ·Last eruption: 1820 ·Philippines
  • Musuan
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  • Ragang
    Distance: 251 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'790 m ·Last eruption: 1916 ·Philippines
  • Makaturing
    Distance: 271 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'818 m ·Last eruption: 1882 ·Philippines

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