Southeastern Taiwan Shaken by 6.1 Magnitude Quake, No Immediate Reports of Damage
In this image made from video released by Taitung County Government, strong waves and heavy rain pound the Sansiiantai tourist spot on Aug. 13, 2025, as Typhoon Podul reaches Taitung, eastern Taiwan. Taitung County Government via AP
TAIPEI, Dec 24-An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck Taiwan’s southeastern coastal county of Taitung on Wednesday, the island’s weather administration said, although there were no immediate reports of damage.
The quake shook buildings in the capital, Taipei. The quake had a depth of 11.9 km (7.39 miles), the administration said.
