Magnitude
M3.5
- Depth
- 10.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
Masbate
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M3.5 Earthquake near MASBATE REGION, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)
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About this earthquake
On December 28, 2025 at 19:32 UTC, a magnitude M3.5 earthquake occurred near MASBATE REGION, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.2.
Details
ID
9a985a322a9a07bf6215204aad48c9dcd0ff9875
Magnitude
M3.5
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-28 19:32:26 UTC
Local time
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Country
City
Source
emsc
Coordinates
12.83000,
123.01000
Temperature
26.6°C
Depth profile
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (29.7 km)
Regional average: 29.7 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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