M4.9 Earthquake Strikes Near Callaguip, Philippines

Callaguip, Philippines — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake shook the area west-northwest of Callaguip in the Philippines on Tuesday morning, October 27, at 11:07 AM Central Time.

What happened: The quake struck about 70 kilometers west-northwest of Callaguip at a depth of about 10 kilometers, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The shaking was centered offshore in the waters near the northern Philippines.

Impacts: No tsunami warning was issued for this event, and no damage reports or felt reports were listed with it in the USGS feed. A quake of this size is usually felt near the epicenter but rarely causes major damage.

What to do:

- If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under sturdy furniture, and hold on until the shaking stops.

- Afterward, check for hazards like broken glass, damaged walls, and gas leaks.

- Stay alert for aftershocks, which can follow a quake like this one.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 27, 2026.