Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 70 km W of Basco, Philippines
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 70 km W of Basco, Philippines at Aug 23, 2026, 10:31 UTC, at a depth of 35 km. The epicentre was 177 km (110 mi) SSE of Hengchun.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 23, 2026, 10:31 UTC |
| Depth | 35.0 km |
| Coordinates | 20.494, 121.298 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 | 63 km SW of Basco, Philippines | 57 km / 36 mi | depth 47 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.