Shallow M5.8 earthquake hits Sarangani, Philippines

An earthquake measuring M5.8 was recorded at 00:58 UTC on June 8, 2026, about 11 km (7 miles) southeast of Sarangani, Philippines. The tremor originated at a depth of 52.5 km (32.6 miles), as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

The epicenter was located at 5.3°N, 125.5°E, in the southern region of the Philippines, close to the coastal areas of Sarangani province. This area is characterized by a mix of rural villages and several small towns, with Sarangani serving as a notable local hub.

Critical infrastructure in the region includes regional highways, small ports, and community airstrips, owing to its proximity to both inland and coastal settlements.

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

The significance index is 518 (on a scale that runs through 1 000), based on magnitude, felt reports, and estimated impact.

The Philippines is situated along the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire, where the Philippine Sea Plate interacts with the Eurasian Plate, making it highly prone to earthquakes of various magnitudes.

This information was last updated at 01:19 UTC on June 8, 2026.