A 5.4-magnitude earthquake was recorded off Taiwan’s east coast on Thursday.
According the New York Times, the United States Geological Survey reported on Thursday.
The tremor occurred at 5:06 p.m. local time, originating at a depth of seven miles.
The epicenter was located approximately 25 miles south of Yilan County, situated on Taiwan’s northeastern shoreline.
In contrast, Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration measured the earthquake’s magnitude slightly higher, at 5.7.
Despite the seismic activity, Taiwan’s fire department reported no significant damage, though they issued a caution to residents about potential landslides in mountainous regions.
The quake was noticeable in Taipei, the nation’s capital, underscoring the island’s vulnerability to seismic events.
This latest tremor struck near the location of a far more devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake in April, which resulted in 17 fatalities.
Over the past few decades, Taiwan has significantly bolstered its earthquake preparedness in response to such destructive natural disasters.
The island’s efforts have included rigorous building codes and emergency response systems designed to mitigate the impact of future quakes.
