Earthquake 42 km WNW of Bacnotan, Philippines (5.3 mb) (2025-09-18 19:52:10 UTC)
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck on 42 km WNW of Bacnotan, Philippines, at 2025-09-18 19:52:10 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 42 km WNW of Bacnotan, Philippines
Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (mb)
5.3
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000qx2y
Nearest Places
- Pin Rock / 35.75 km
- Darigayos Point / 37.08 km
- Barawer / 37.42 km
- Darigayos Inlet / 37.48 km
- Darigayos River / 37.53 km
Comment
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