Shallow M5.5 earthquake hits Sarangani, Philippines
A shallow M5.5 earthquake was registered at 05:12 UTC on June 8, 2026, just 2 km (1 mile) south-southwest of Sarangani, Philippines. The quake occurred at a depth of 51.1 km (31.8 miles).
Based on the coordinates 5.4°N, 125.5°E, the earthquake was centered near the municipality of Sarangani, located in the southern Philippines. This region is coastal, bordering the Celebes Sea, with rural communities and small towns in proximity.
Given the area’s geography, critical infrastructure such as local roads, ports, and small-scale energy facilities could be present near the affected zone. The region’s proximity to the coast suggests access to marine transportation infrastructure.
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 reported was V, and the significance index is 465 (on a scale that runs through 1 000), based on magnitude, felt reports, and estimated impact.
The Philippines sits atop the complex tectonic boundary between the Eurasian Plate and the Philippine Sea Plate, making the region prone to frequent seismic activity, particularly along subduction zones and faults running across the archipelago.
This information was last updated at 05:45 UTC on June 8, 2026.