A magnitude 6.3 earthquake was recorded near 28 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines on Aug 5, 2026, 4:14:06 AM (2026-08-05T04:14:06.073Z). The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10.0 km with coordinates 5.1995, 125.3134.
Strong — damage possible near the epicentre. This was a magnitude 6.3 earthquake — classed as strong. Magnitude 6.0–6.9 earthquakes can cause serious damage in populated areas, especially where building standards are low.
At 10.0 km this is a shallow earthquake. Shallow quakes release their energy close to the surface, so shaking is usually stronger and more damaging than a deeper quake of the same magnitude — but it is felt over a smaller area.
Nearest major city: 222 km S of Davao, Philippines.
The epicentre was located at 5.1995 latitude and 125.3134 longitude near 28 km SW of Sarangani, Philippines. The earthquake was shallow at 10.0 km depth.
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