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A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Taiwan near Yilan on December 27, 2025. The quake, felt across northern Taiwan including Taipei, caused some minor damage, with Yilan experiencing brief power outages in over 3,000 homes. No major damage was immediately reported. Taiwan is earthquake-prone due to its location at a tectonic plate junction.

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Major Earthquake Shakes Taiwan, Minimal Damage Reported

Taipei, Taiwan – December 27, 2025 – A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Taiwan this morning, sending tremors throughout the island. The quake, centered approximately 32 km (20 miles) off the coast of Yilan, occurred at a depth of 73 km (45 miles), according to Taiwan’s weather administration.

While the earthquake was felt strongly in the capital city of Taipei, shaking buildings, city officials reported no immediate major damage. However, over 3,000 homes in Yilan experienced brief power outages, according to the Taiwan Power Company.

Authorities have categorized the intensity of the quake as a four, indicating the possibility of minor damage. Further assessments are underway to fully evaluate the impact of the earthquake.

Taiwan is situated in a seismically active region near the junction of two tectonic plates, making it susceptible to frequent earthquakes. While this quake caused limited damage, the island has experienced far more devastating earthquakes in the past, including a 2016 quake that killed over 100 people and a 7.3 magnitude quake in 1999 that claimed over 2,000 lives.

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