Taiwan’s northeast rattled by magnitude 6 offshore earthquake
Summary
A magnitude 6 earthquake struck off Taiwan's northeast coast, shaking buildings in Taipei. The epicenter was located about 20 kilometers (12 miles) offshore from Yilan County at a depth of 112 kilometers (70 miles). Authorities reported no damage and are continuing to monitor the situation.Key Facts
- A magnitude 6 earthquake occurred near Taiwan's northeast coast.
- The earthquake shook buildings in Taipei, Taiwan's capital.
- The epicenter was 20 kilometers (12 miles) offshore from Yilan County.
- The quake occurred at a depth of 112 kilometers (70 miles).
- No damage was immediately reported, according to Taiwanese officials.
- Taiwan is located on the boundary of two tectonic plates, experiencing frequent earthquakes.
- In April 2024, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Hualien, Taiwan killed at least 19 people.
- The deadliest recent earthquake in Taiwan occurred on September 21, 1999, killing over 2,400 people.
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