M 5.3 - 68 km SE of Sarangani, Philippines

February 28, 2026 at 17:22:19 UTC

Depth: 76.41 km (Intermediate)

M 5.3

Moderate

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

2

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude5.3 mww
Depth76.41 km (Intermediate)
Location5.0180N, 125.9457E
Community IntensityIV (Light)
Mercalli IntensityIII (Weak)
Felt Reports (DYFI)2 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance433 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.3 mean?

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 76.41 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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