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M3.5 Depth: 12.0 km

M3.5 Earthquake near SAMAR, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-10-31 13:56:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.5 earthquake was recorded near SAMAR, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on October 31, 2025 at 13:56 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 12 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 4 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.0.

Details

Magnitude
M3.5
Depth
12.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-31 13:56:39 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Philippines
City
Eastern Samar
Source
emsc
Coordinates
12.26000, 125.42000
Temperature
28.0°C

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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
12 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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    Distance: 126 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines
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  • Cabalían
    Distance: 221 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 912 m ·Last eruption: 1820 ·Philippines
  • Iriga
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