M3.4 Depth: 48.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near LEYTE, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-07-23 15:49:20 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 23, 2025 at 15:49 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near LEYTE, PHILIPPINES (Philippines). With a focal depth of about 48 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

48.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-23 15:49:20 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

City

Eastern Samar

Source

emsc

Coordinates

10.70000, 125.73000

Temperature

29.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

48 km

48 km — deeper 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.

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