Shallow M5.7 earthquake hits Tambongon, Philippines

A shallow M5.7 earthquake was registered at 17:05 UTC on October 12, 2025, just 2 km (1 mile) south-southeast of Tambongon, Philippines. The event was measured at a depth of 10.0 km (6.2 miles).

The epicenter, calculated at 123.9°E, 10.9°N, places the earthquake inland within the central Philippines, specifically near the community of Tambongon. This area features various towns and villages, with significant population clusters throughout the region.

Given the inland location near populated areas, critical infrastructure such as roadways, local airports, and regional ports may exist within proximity of the affected zone. Major highways and local utilities might also serve this region.

There is no tsunami threat associated with this earthquake, based on its location and available data.

USGS issued a green alert for this event, indicating a low likelihood of casualties or damage. The maximum estimated intensity for this earthquake is VII. There were 20 felt reports, and the significance index is 509 (on a scale that runs through 1 000), based on magnitude, felt reports, and estimated impact.

The Philippines sits on the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire, where complex interactions between the Philippine Sea Plate and Eurasian Plate result in frequent tectonic events and significant earthquake risk.

This information was last updated at 17:31 UTC on October 12, 2025.