M4.5 Earthquake 89 km S of Sarangani, Philippines — June 9, 2026
2026-06-09 23:45:42 UTC (2026-06-09) · approx. 7:45 AM UTC+8 local
Aftershock of the M5.2 mainshock.
On June 9, 2026 at 23:45 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 intermediate depth earthquake struck 89 km S of Sarangani, Philippines, at a depth of 71.0 km and coordinates 4.5986°, 125.4031°. This earthquake was detected by 29 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 312, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 85 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 767 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
This earthquake is part of an ongoing aftershock sequence following the magnitude 5.2 mainshock that occurred 11 days ago 65 km S of Sarangani, Philippines. Since the mainshock, the USGS has recorded 27 aftershocks in this area. Aftershock activity is expected to continue for days to weeks as stresses on surrounding faults redistribute.
The epicenter is located in Philippines, a region characterized by the Manila Trench and Philippine Trench subduction systems, where the Philippine Sea Plate overrides the Eurasian Plate. The nearest mapped fault system is the Philippine Fault. View all earthquakes in Philippines.
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Sarangani, Philippines?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 89 km S of Sarangani, Philippines on June 9, 2026 at 23:45 UTC had a depth of 71.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 4.5986°, 125.4031°, which is 89 km S of Sarangani, Philippines. View all earthquakes in Philippines.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.5 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
Is this the same earthquake as the M5.2 one earlier?
No. This magnitude 4.5 earthquake is an aftershock of the larger magnitude 5.2 mainshock that occurred earlier 65 km S of Sarangani, Philippines. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes triggered by stress changes from the mainshock.
Has Philippines had earthquakes this big before?
The largest recorded earthquake in Philippines was the M8.0 Mindanao earthquake of August 17, 1976. Today's magnitude 4.5 event is significantly smaller than that historical record.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000stzi). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 9, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 89 km S of Sarangani, Philippines — June 9, 2026. Retrieved June 24, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000stzi/