Taipei, March 20 (CNA) A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at 10:18 a.m. Friday, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA).
There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
The epicenter of the temblor was located in Ruisui Township, Hualien County, about 53.3 kilometers south-southwest of Hualien County Hall, at a depth of 16.8 km, according to the agency.
The earthquake's intensity was highest in Hualien County, where it measured 4 on Taiwan's 7-tier intensity scale. At an intensity level of 4, buildings shake noticeably, with unsecured items falling.
The quake also measured an intensity of 3 in Nantou County, the CWA said.
Latest
- Politics
Tibet supporters in Taipei mourn activist, protest China's ethnic unity law
07/15/2026 09:05 PM - Society
Ban on pets in most national forest recreation areas extended to 2028
07/15/2026 07:14 PM - Politics
Lai awards top honor to Franck Paris for advancing Taiwan-France ties
07/15/2026 05:44 PM - Business
Taiwan shares end up after U.S. rally on eased inflation
07/15/2026 05:16 PM - Society
Linkou Chang Gung ranked Taiwan's most profitable hospital for 9th year
07/15/2026 04:28 PM