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Philippine Trench

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The Philippine Trench is a submarine trench east of the Philippines, reaching depths of 10,540 meters. It is the third deepest trench in the world.

1,320km long
M8Max historical
6Provinces

Is the Philippine Trench dangerous?

Yes โ€” a major active fault

The Philippine Trench is an active fault running roughly 1,320 km and crossing 6 provinces. The Philippine Trench is a submarine trench east of the Philippines, reaching depths of 10,540 meters. It is the third deepest trench in the world. It is considered capable of earthquakes up to about M8. Its last major event was the 2012 Samar Earthquake (M7.6).

Location

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Last major event: 2012 Samar Earthquake (M7.6)

Recent Earthquakes Near This Fault

4.5mb

89 km SSE of Pondaguitan, Philippines

75 km deep
4.6mb

109 km SSE of Pondaguitan, Philippines

121 km deep
3.9m

KEPULAUAN TALAUD, INDONESIA

15 km deep
4.7mb

65 km E of Pilar, Philippines

10 km deep
4.6mb

46 km E of Union, Philippines

10 km deep
2.8Ms

032 km N 81ยฐ E of Burgos (Surigao Del Norte)

16 km deep
2.9Ms

119 km S 33ยฐ E of Governor Generoso (Davao Oriental)

40 km deep
2.5Ms

009 km S 83ยฐ E of Talacogon (Agusan Del Sur)

32 km deep

FAQ

Philippine Trench: frequently asked questions

Is the Philippine Trench dangerous?+

The Philippine Trench is an active fault running roughly 1,320 km and crossing 6 provinces. The Philippine Trench is a submarine trench east of the Philippines, reaching depths of 10,540 meters. It is the third deepest trench in the world. It is considered capable of earthquakes up to about M8. Its last major event was the 2012 Samar Earthquake (M7.6).

How large an earthquake can the Philippine Trench produce?+

Based on its history and mapped length (~1,320 km), the Philippine Trench is considered capable of earthquakes up to about magnitude 8. Its last major event was the 2012 Samar Earthquake (M7.6).

When did the Philippine Trench last produce a major earthquake?+

The last major event associated with the Philippine Trench was the 2012 Samar Earthquake (M7.6).

Which areas does the Philippine Trench affect?+

The Philippine Trench crosses or borders 6 provinces: Eastern Samar, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Surigao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur. The nearest major cities include Bislig, Tagum, Bayugan, Panabo, Malaybalay.