Magnitude 5.1 earthquake rocks central Taiwan

Taipei, May 17 (CNA) A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Nantou County in central Taiwan at 8:46 a.m. Sunday, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA).

The epicenter of the temblor was located in Puli Township, Nantou County, about 33.5 kilometers east-northeast of Nantou County Hall, at a depth of 15.5 km, according to the administration.

The earthquake's intensity was highest in Nantou County, where it measured 4 on Taiwan's 7-tier intensity scale.

The quake also measured an intensity of 3 in Taichung, Hualien County and Miaoli County, the CWA said.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.