Taiwan earthquake
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake occurred near Hualien City, Taiwan, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 6:26 PM local time, at a depth of 29 km. As of June 13, 2026, this quake was not widely felt, following several seismic events across Taiwan in recent months. Taiwan has experienced multiple earthquakes, including a magnitude 5.7 off Hualien County on March 12, 2026, and a magnitude 4.7 in Yilan County on April 13, 2026, with the Central Weather Administration stating a magnitude 5.6 quake on February 24, 2026, was likely an aftershock of the December 27, 2025, magnitude 7.0 earthquake. President Lai Ching-te had urged vigilance for aftershocks after the 7.0 magnitude event, which caused 39 minor incidents in Taipei and led to temporary rail service suspensions.
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June 2026 — 1 developments
A magnitude 4.
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake occurred near Hualien City, Taiwan, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 6:26 PM local time. The quake was at a depth of 29 km and was not widely felt.
April 2026 — 1 developments
A magnitude 4.
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck Yilan County, Taiwan, on April 13, 2026. Tremors were felt in Taipei and other cities, but no major damage or disruptions were reported.
March 2026 — 1 developments
Taiwan experienced multiple seismic events in March 2026, including a magnitude 5.
Taiwan experienced multiple seismic events in March 2026, including a magnitude 5.7 earthquake off Hualien County on March 12, a magnitude 5.4 earthquake near Yilan County on March 15, and a magnitude 3.8 earthquake near Xinying on March 16. These events highlight Taiwan's location near tectonic plate junctions.
February 2026 — 1 developments
The Central Weather Administration (CWA) has stated that the magnitude 5.
The Central Weather Administration (CWA) has stated that the magnitude 5.6 earthquake that struck off the coast of northeastern Taiwan on February 24, 2026, is likely an aftershock of the December 27, 2025, magnitude 7.0 earthquake. While further aftershocks are possible, they are expected to be minor.
January 2026 — 1 developments
A magnitude 4.
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck Yilan County, Taiwan, on January 18, 2026, with its epicenter 45.4 kilometers south of Yilan County Hall at a shallow depth of 5.9 kilometers. This event is distinct from the previously reported 7.0 magnitude earthquake.
December 2025 — 7 developments
The Taipei City Government reported that most of the 39 minor incidents, including gas and water lea…
The Taipei City Government reported that most of the 39 minor incidents, including gas and water leaks and a damaged traffic signal, caused by the earthquake have already been repaired. The Central Weather Administration also noted only two aftershocks above magnitude 3.0.
Rail services in Taiwan were temporarily suspended as a precaution following the 7.
Rail services in Taiwan were temporarily suspended as a precaution following the 7.0 magnitude earthquake but have since resumed.
A 6.6-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan, causing tremors, power disruptions, and aftershock alerts.
A 6.6-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan, causing tremors, power disruptions, and aftershock alerts.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te urged the population to remain alert for potential aftershocks, with the weather administration advising vigilance for aftershocks between 5.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te urged the population to remain alert for potential aftershocks, with the weather administration advising vigilance for aftershocks between 5.5 and 6.0 magnitude in the coming day.
Major chipmaker TSMC stated that a small number of its facilities in the Hsinchu Science Park met evacuation thresholds, but staff had since returned to their posts.
Major chipmaker TSMC stated that a small number of its facilities in the Hsinchu Science Park met evacuation thresholds, but staff had since returned to their posts.
A magnitude 7.
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Taiwan on December 26, 2025, near Yilan County Hall, causing buildings in Taipei to sway and being felt across the island. This event was preceded by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake in Taitung days prior. No immediate reports of casualties or damage were available.
A magnitude 6.
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Taitung County, days before the larger tremor, highlighting Taiwan's frequent seismic activity.
April 2024 — 2 developments
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on April 3, 2024, providing lessons for earthquake prepared…
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on April 3, 2024, providing lessons for earthquake preparedness in Southern California.
At least 10 people were killed in the earthquake that struck Taiwan on April 3.
At least 10 people were killed in the earthquake that struck Taiwan on April 3.