M3.0 Depth: 25.0 km

M3.0 Earthquake near LEYTE, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-09-05 19:28:18 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.0 earthquake was recorded near LEYTE, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on September 5, 2025 at 19:28 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 25 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 2 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.8.

Details

Magnitude

M3.0

Depth

25.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-05 19:28:18 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

emsc

Coordinates

10.21000, 125.81000

Temperature

27.4°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

25 km

25 km — close to 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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