A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck about 18 kilometers from Hualien in eastern Taiwan on Thursday, according to the island’s Central Weather Administration. The quake occurred at a depth of approximately 31.6 kilometers. Initial reports from Reuters indicated no immediate casualties or significant property damage. Buildings in Taipei and nearby areas briefly swayed as the tremor was felt across the region.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, though no emergency alerts have been issued. Taiwan, located at the junction of two tectonic plates, experiences frequent seismic activity. The island has a history of powerful earthquakes, including a 2016 quake in southern Taiwan that killed more than 100 people and a devastating 7.3-magnitude quake in 1999 that claimed over 2,000 lives.
Experts note that while Thursday’s quake was moderate, it serves as a reminder of Taiwan’s ongoing vulnerability to seismic hazards and the importance of continued preparedness and infrastructure resilience.
আমার দেশ অনলাইন প্রকাশ : ১৮ ডিসেম্বর ২০২৫, ১৯: ৫৪ আমার দেশ অনলাইন পূর্ব তাইওয়ানের হুয়ালিয়েন শহর থেকে প্রায় ১৮ কিলোমিটার দূরে বৃহস্পতিবার ৫.১ মাত্রার একটি ভূমিকম্প আঘাত হেনেছে। দ্বীপটির আবহাওয়া প্রশাসন এ তথ্য জানিয়েছে। রয়টার্সের সংবাদে এসেছে, ভূ
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