Taiwan earthquake
Two magnitude 4.5 earthquakes occurred near Hualien City and Xiulin, Taiwan, on June 13, 2026, following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake off Yilan on June 7, 2026, which caused minor incidents like gas leaks and power outages for over 3,000 homes. As of June 19, 2026, these recent quakes are part of a series of seismic events, including a magnitude 5.7 off Hualien on March 12 and a magnitude 5.4 near Yilan on March 15. TSMC facilities in Hsinchu Science Park briefly met evacuation thresholds during the June 7 event. The Central Weather Administration (CWA) previously stated that a magnitude 5.6 earthquake on February 24, 2026, was likely an aftershock of a December 27, 2025, magnitude 7.0 earthquake, which caused 39 minor incidents in Taipei, mostly repaired by December 29, 2025.
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June 2026 — 2 developments
Magnitude 4.5 Earthquakes Strike Taiwan Following Larger Quake
Two magnitude 4.5 earthquakes occurred near Taiwan on June 13, 2026, near Hualien City and Xiulin. These events followed a 7.0 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Yilan on June 7, 2026, which caused minor incidents like gas leaks and power outages for over 3,000 homes. TSMC facilities in Hsinchu Science Park briefly met evacuation thresholds.
Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Strikes Near Hualien City, Taiwan on June 13
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
Magnitude 4.7 Earthquake Strikes Yilan County, Taiwan
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 experiences multiple earthquakes in March 2026, including 5.7 magnitude event
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
CWA states magnitude 5.6 earthquake off Taiwan likely aftershock of December 2025 tremor
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
Magnitude 4.9 earthquake strikes Yilan County, Taiwan
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
Taipei City Government reports most earthquake-related incidents repaired
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.
Taiwan resumes rail services after earthquake precaution
Rail services in Taiwan were temporarily suspended as a precaution following the 7.0 magnitude earthquake but have since resumed.
6.6-magnitude earthquake hits Taiwan, causing tremors and power disruptions
A 6.6-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan, causing tremors, power disruptions, and aftershock alerts.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te urges public to remain alert for aftershocks
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.
TSMC facilities in Hsinchu Science Park met evacuation thresholds, staff returned to 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.
Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Strikes Taiwan, Buildings Sway in Taipei
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.
Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Strikes Taitung County
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Taitung County, days before the larger tremor, highlighting Taiwan's frequent seismic activity.
April 2024 — 2 developments
7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan, offering lessons for Southern California
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on April 3, 2024, providing lessons for earthquake preparedness in Southern California.
Taiwan earthquake on April 3 kills at least 10 people
At least 10 people were killed in the earthquake that struck Taiwan on April 3.