Quezon Earthquake: Magnitude 3.5, No Damage Expected

<p>A minor earthquake occurred near Burdeos, Quezon province today, March 15, 2026. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS-DOST), the earthquake registered a magnitude of 3.5.</p>

<p>The earthquake struck at 12:37 PM. PHIVOLCS-DOST located the epicenter 28 kilometers N 23° E of Burdeos, Quezon, at coordinates 15.08°N, 122.07°E. The earthquake's depth was recorded at a shallow 1 kilometer.</p>

<p>PHIVOLCS-DOST has determined that the earthquake was tectonic in origin.</p>

<p>Instrumental Intensity I was recorded in General Nakar, Quezon. According to the PHIVOLCS Earthquake Intensity Scale, Intensity I is described as imperceptible except by sensitive instruments.</p>

<p>PHIVOLCS-DOST reports that no damage and no aftershocks are expected as a result of this earthquake.</p>

<p>While the epicenter was located in Luzon, residents of Negros Oriental are advised to stay informed about earthquake safety measures. Although this particular event poses no threat to the Visayas region, it serves as a reminder of the country's seismic activity.</p>

<p>Monitor official PHIVOLCS updates at <a href="https://phivolcs.dost.gov.ph">phivolcs.dost.gov.ph</a></p>