MANILA, Philippines — A Magnitude 4.0 tectonic aftershock was recorded near the City of Bogo in Cebu on Saturday evening, September 5, 2026, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported. No damage or further aftershocks are expected from this event, according to the agency.
Event Details and Location
The earthquake struck at 9:10:21 PM Philippine Standard Time (PHT) on Saturday. PHIVOLCS-DOST pinpointed its epicenter at 10.92°N, 123.81°E, which is approximately 23 kilometers south 51 degrees west of the City of Bogo, Cebu. The tremor had a shallow depth of only 4 kilometers and was tectonic in origin, meaning it was caused by the movement of active faults.
Aftershock Context and Impact Assessment
PHIVOLCS identified this Magnitude 4.0 event as an aftershock of the Magnitude 6.9 earthquake that occurred offshore Northern Cebu on September 30, 2025. This context helps understand the seismic activity in the region.
Regarding the immediate impact of Saturday's aftershock, PHIVOLCS-DOST stated that it does not expect any damage. Additionally, the agency clarified that it does not anticipate further aftershocks directly stemming from this particular Magnitude 4.0 event.
Official Monitoring
PHIVOLCS-DOST issues earthquake information bulletins to keep the public informed about seismic events across the Philippines. This bulletin will be the only one issued for this specific event unless new information becomes available.
Monitor official PHIVOLCS updates at phivolcs.dost.gov.ph