M4.0 Depth: 48.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-26 06:21:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.0 earthquake was recorded near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on December 26, 2025 at 06:21 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 48 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 EMSC. Philippines: 8 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

48.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-26 06:21:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Davao City

Source

emsc

Coordinates

7.22000, 125.68000

Temperature

25.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

48 km

48 km — deeper 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

Leonard Range

Distance: 44 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'080 m ·Last eruption: 80 ·Philippines
Musuan

Distance: 99 km ·Lava dome ·Elevation: 610 m ·Philippines
Matutum

Distance: 117 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'262 m ·Last eruption: 1290 ·Philippines
Ragang

Distance: 140 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'790 m ·Last eruption: 1916 ·Philippines
Melebingoy

Distance: 151 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'824 m ·Last eruption: 1641 ·Philippines
Makaturing

Distance: 158 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'818 m ·Last eruption: 1882 ·Philippines

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