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Earthquake: Earth trembled due to earthquake in Taiwan, intensity measured 7 on Richter scale. An Earthquake Shook Taiwan Measuring 7 On The Richter Scale
Sanjeev Kumar | December 28, 2025 2:21 AM CST


Strong earthquake tremors were felt in Taiwan on the evening of Saturday 27 December. Its intensity was measured at 7 on the Richter scale. The epicenter of the earthquake was 32 km offshore from Su'ao Township in Yilan County.

Earthquake in Taiwan: Strong earthquake tremors were felt in Taiwan on the evening of Saturday 27 December. Its intensity was measured at 7 on the Richter scale. The epicenter of the earthquake was 32 km offshore from Su'ao Township in Yilan County. According to the American Geological Survey, the tremors of this earthquake were felt not only in Taiwan but also in Japan, Philippines and China.

Buildings started shaking in Taipei due to strong earthquake

According to reports, Taiwan's Meteorological Department said that a 7.0 magnitude earthquake occurred late Saturday night about 20 miles away from Taiwan's north-eastern coastal city Yilan. Due to the strong tremors of the earthquake, many multi-storey buildings in the capital Taipei started shaking. The depth of the earthquake was 73 kilometers below sea level. At present the damage is being assessed.


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