M3.1 Depth: 8.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near NEGROS- CEBU REG, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-10-25 16:20:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 25, 2025 at 16:20 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near NEGROS- CEBU REG, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

8.0 km

UTC time

2025-10-25 16:20:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Cebu

Source

emsc

Coordinates

10.95000, 123.88000

Temperature

27.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

8 km

8 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

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Camiguin

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