Samar, Eastern Visayas • 11.78°N, 124.89°E
Real-time earthquake tracking and seismic risk for Catbalogan, Samar — recent activity, nearby fault lines and volcanoes, and emergency contacts.
Seismic risk
44/100
high
Last 90 days
383
within 200 km
Last 24h
9
Largest
M5.4
Nearest fault
149 km
Philippine Fault Zone
Volcanoes <100 km
1
Population
103,879
Seismic Risk Score: 44/100
149km from Philippine Fault Zone
53 km E of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines
1 months ago • 46km deep
Energy: ~1.9 kilotons of TNT
372
Shallow (<70km)
Most damaging
11
Intermediate
70-300km
0
Deep (>300km)
Less damage
Shallow earthquakes (<70km) typically cause the most damage as seismic waves travel a shorter distance to the surface. Catbalogan has experienced 372 shallow earthquakes in the past 90 days.
Largest recorded events within 250 km of Catbalogan (USGS catalog, since 1900).
89 km E of Sulangan, Philippines
2012 • 219 km away • 28 km deep
18 km ENE of Bagacay, Philippines
1943 • 152 km away • 15 km deep
37 km ESE of Bato, Philippines
1988 • 191 km away • 25 km deep
23 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines
1925 • 108 km away • 20 km deep
10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines
1995 • 82 km away • 21 km deep
66 km ENE of Alugan, Philippines
1975 • 147 km away • 50 km deep
5 km N of Capoocan, Philippines
1908 • 55 km away • 15 km deep
4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines
2013 • 227 km away • 19 km deep • 🌊 tsunami
8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines
1996 • 98 km away • 33 km deep
14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines
1995 • 105 km away • 16 km deep
4 km SW of Gigmoto, Philippines
1982 • 227 km away • 46 km deep
8 km ESE of Calape, Philippines
2025 • 109 km away • 10 km deep • 🌊 tsunami
Catbalogan is located in the Eastern Visayas of the Philippines, a country that sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire—one of the most seismically active zones on Earth. The Philippines experiences an average of 20 earthquakes per day, though most are too small to be felt.
The nearest major fault to Catbalogan is the Philippine Fault Zone, located approximately 149 km away. The last major event on this fault was the 1990 Luzon Earthquake (M7.8).
With a population of 103,879, earthquake preparedness is crucial for Catbalogan residents. We recommend having an emergency kit ready, knowing the safest spots in your home, and practicing DROP-COVER-HOLD ON with your family.
FAQ
Catbalogan, Samar has a high earthquake risk (44/100 on QuakeGlobe's index), driven mainly by its proximity to the Philippine Fault Zone (~149 km away). Our catalog logged 383 earthquakes within 200 km in the last 90 days, the strongest a M5.4.
The nearest mapped fault to Catbalogan is the Philippine Fault Zone, about 149 km away. It is considered capable of up to about M7.8. Its last major event was the 1990 Luzon Earthquake (M7.8).
The strongest earthquake catalogued near Catbalogan since 1900 was a M7.6 in 2012 (89 km E of Sulangan, Philippines). Damaging earthquakes are infrequent, but the surrounding region is seismically active.
Yes — 1 active or potentially active volcano lies within 100 km of Catbalogan: Biliran. The nearest is Biliran, about 47 km away.
Drop, Cover, and Hold On: get under a sturdy table, protect your head and neck, and stay put until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows and exterior walls, and if you are near the coast and feel strong or prolonged shaking, move to higher ground in case of a tsunami. See the QuakeGlobe preparedness guide for a full checklist.