A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck today near Yilan, a coastal city in northeastern Taiwan, approximately 32 kilometers from the city center, according to the Taiwan Central Weather Bureau.
The quake occurred at a depth of 73 kilometers and was felt across northern Taiwan, including in the capital, Taipei, shaking buildings. The agency classified the earthquake as Category 4, indicating the potential for minor damage.
Authorities reported no major damage immediately following the quake. However, over 3,000 homes in Yilan temporarily lost electricity, according to Taiwan’s electricity company.
Taiwan is prone to earthquakes, as it sits near the junction of two tectonic plates. A previous quake in southern Taiwan in 2016 resulted in over 100 fatalities.
