M4.5 Depth: 38.9 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 5 km SE of Can-Avid, Philippines

UTC time: 2025-02-12 08:08:25 UTC Local time:

About this earthquake

On February 12, 2025 at 08:08 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near 5 km SE of Can-Avid, Philippines. With a focal depth of about 39 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.5
Depth
38.9 km
UTC time
2025-02-12 08:08:25 UTC
Local time
Country
Source
usgs
Coordinates
11.95230, 125.47920

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 38.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 38.9 km
Shallow
38.9 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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