M4.0 Depth: 30.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Malapatan, Sarangani (Philippines)

UTC time: 2026-06-18 23:56:24 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 18, 2026 at 23:56 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near Malapatan, Sarangani (Philippines). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 30 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Philippines: 11 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.0.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

30.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-18 23:56:24 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

State

Sarangani

City

Malapatan

Village

Sapu Masla

Source

emsc

Coordinates

5.90000, 125.30000

Temperature

22.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

30 km

30 km — close to the regional average (30.4 km)

Regional average: 30.4 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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