M3.1 Depth: 22.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-09-26 17:36:42 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On September 26, 2025 at 17:36 UTC, a magnitude M3.1 earthquake occurred near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). With a focal depth of about 22 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: 11 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.8.

Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

22.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-26 17:36:42 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Lanao del Sur

Source

emsc

Coordinates

7.69000, 124.63000

Temperature

19.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

22 km

22 km — shallower than the regional average (30.3 km)

Regional average: 30.3 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

Ragang

Distance: 14 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'790 m ·Last eruption: 1916 ·Philippines
Makaturing

Distance: 35 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'818 m ·Last eruption: 1882 ·Philippines
Musuan

Distance: 53 km ·Lava dome ·Elevation: 610 m ·Philippines
Matutum

Distance: 156 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'262 m ·Last eruption: 1290 ·Philippines
Leonard Range

Distance: 160 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'080 m ·Last eruption: 80 ·Philippines
Camiguin

Distance: 168 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'552 m ·Last eruption: 1953 ·Philippines

Historic earthquake map · Philippines

Open history map

Explore recent and long-term earthquake activity in this country. Use filters to narrow down by magnitude, depth, and date range.

Country statistics · Philippines

Country overview

View earthquake KPIs, strongest and latest events, and averages for this country.

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)

592

Country (24h)