Back to map
M3.6 Depth: 12.0 km

M3.6 Earthquake near BABUYAN ISL REGION, PHILIPPINES

UTC time: 2025-07-16 11:37:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.6 earthquake was recorded near BABUYAN ISL REGION, PHILIPPINES on July 16, 2025 at 11:37 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M3.6
Depth
12.0 km
UTC time
2025-07-16 11:37:28 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
19.14000, 120.51000
Temperature
29.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 12 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 12 km
Shallow
12 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

  • Camiguin de Babuyanes
    Distance: 146 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 712 m ·Last eruption: 1857 ·Philippines
  • Babuyan Claro
    Distance: 157 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'064 m ·Last eruption: 1924 ·Philippines
  • Didicas
    Distance: 178 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 228 m ·Last eruption: 1978 ·Philippines
  • Cagua
    Distance: 198 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'133 m ·Last eruption: 1860 ·Philippines
  • Iraya
    Distance: 216 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'009 m ·Last eruption: 1454 ·Philippines
  • Pinatubo
    Distance: 446 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'486 m ·Last eruption: 2021 ·Philippines

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
639
Country (24h)
—
—
Current earthquakes in
Magnitude Place Local time
No recent events available.

Share