Taiwan Earthquake: According to Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration and global earthquake monitoring agencies, two tremors of different intensities were recorded on the island.
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The earth shook Taiwan once again, sending people into panic. On Wednesday (December 24, 2025), strong tremors were felt from southeastern Taiwan to the capital, Taipei. The 6.1-magnitude quake shook tall buildings, forcing people to flee their homes and offices for safety.
Two separate tremors shook the earth
According to Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration and global earthquake monitoring agencies, two tremors of varying intensity were recorded on the island. According to Reuters, the first tremor was of magnitude 5.7, shaking buildings in the surrounding areas, including the capital, Taipei.
Tremors felt more strongly due to shallow depth
The epicenter of the first quake was just 10 kilometers below the ground. Due to the shallow depth, the tremors were felt more strongly. People reported that the ground and buildings continued to shake for several seconds.
Just felt an earthquake in Taipei. Got an emergency alert on my phone, followed by minor shaking that lasted about 30 seconds. pic.twitter.com/aFwxPYR7K0
— Will Ripley (@willripleyCNN) December 24, 2025
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Taitung County.
A second, more powerful tremor, measuring 6.1, was recorded in Taitung County, located on Taiwan’s southeastern coast. The impact of this tremor was felt in several surrounding areas.
No immediate reports of casualties or property damage have been reported.
Reassuringly, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or major damage following the earthquake. Authorities are monitoring the situation and teams are on alert to respond to any emergency.
A Fresh Memory of the Massive Earthquake of April 2024
It is worth noting that Taiwan was previously struck by a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake in April 2024, the strongest in the past 25 years. That earthquake killed at least 17 people and caused massive landslides and extensive damage to buildings in the Hualien area.
The most devastating earthquake since 1999
The April 2024 earthquake was considered the most severe to hit Taiwan since the 7.6 magnitude earthquake of 1999. The 1999 earthquake proved to be the deadliest natural disaster in the island’s history, causing massive loss of life and property.
