M4.2 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near PANAY, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-12-30 11:10:08 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near PANAY, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on December 30, 2025 at 11:10 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks. Philippines: 8 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.1.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-30 11:10:08 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

emsc

Coordinates

11.96000, 122.29000

Temperature

28.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (30.1 km)

Regional average: 30.1 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

Kanlaon

Distance: 195 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'422 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
Iriga

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Mayon

Distance: 209 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 2'462 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Philippines
Bulusan

Distance: 212 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 1'535 m ·Last eruption: 2025 ·Philippines
Isarog

Distance: 223 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'966 m ·Last eruption: -3500 ·Philippines
Biliran

Distance: 249 km ·Compound ·Elevation: 1'301 m ·Last eruption: 1939 ·Philippines

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Stats (last 24h)

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