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M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Philippines (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-01-19 17:36:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 19, 2026 at 17:36 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near 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 clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 7 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-01-19 17:36:31 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Philippines
Source
emsc
Coordinates
8.57000, 122.28000
Temperature
27.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Kanlaon
    Distance: 225 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'422 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
  • Makaturing
    Distance: 247 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'818 m ·Last eruption: 1882 ·Philippines
  • Ragang
    Distance: 264 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'790 m ·Last eruption: 1916 ·Philippines
  • Camiguin
    Distance: 272 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'552 m ·Last eruption: 1953 ·Philippines
  • Musuan
    Distance: 317 km ·Lava dome ·Elevation: 610 m ·Philippines
  • Cabalían
    Distance: 374 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 912 m ·Last eruption: 1820 ·Philippines

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