A 5.7 magnitude earthquake occurred off the northeastern coast of Taiwan's Yilan county on Thursday, according to the island's central weather administration. There have been no immediate reports of damage. The earthquake caused buildings to shake in Taipei, the capital. The weather administration reported that the earthquake had a depth of 9 km and was located just off the northeastern shore. Subway services in Taipei were operating at reduced speeds immediately following the earthquake, according to authorities. Taiwan is situated near the intersection of two tectonic plates and is frequently affected by earthquakes. In April, Taiwan experienced its most significant earthquake in at least 25 years, which resulted in nine fatalities and over 900 injuries.
Text: Lara Palmer
15.08.2024
No immediate damage reported; Taipei subway services operate at reduced speed post-quake.