M3.0 Depth: 3.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near Masbate (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-04-19 06:08:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On April 19, 2026 at 06:08 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near Masbate (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 3 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: 7 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

3.0 km

UTC time

2026-04-19 06:08:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Masbate

City

Masbate

Source

emsc

Coordinates

12.60000, 123.44000

Temperature

29.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

3 km

3 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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Mayon

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Isarog

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Biliran

Distance: 169 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines
Kanlaon

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