Philippine Trench
🔴 ActiveThe 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 — 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)
Affected Provinces
Eastern SamarLeyteSouthern LeyteSurigao del SurDavao OrientalDavao del Sur
Cities Near This Fault
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.