M3.0 Depth: 10.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Calayan, Cagayan (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-02-17 16:49:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near Calayan, Cagayan (Philippines) on February 17, 2026 at 16:49 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 6 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-17 16:49:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Cagayan

City

Calayan

Source

emsc

Coordinates

19.02000, 121.15000

Temperature

25.0°C

Map

Depth profile

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

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