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26 Apr 2024 | 07:01 PM UTC

Taiwan: A magnitude-5.7 offshore earthquake occurs in Philippine Sea at around 02:21 April 27

A magnitude-5.7 offshore earthquake occurs east of Taiwan at around 02:21 April 27. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.

Warning

A magnitude-5.7 earthquake occurred east of Taiwan at around 02:21 April 27. The epicenter was approximately 19 km (12 miles) north-northeast of Hualien City. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 25 km (16 miles), and light-to-strong shaking was reported across much of Taiwan. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties due to the earthquake; some damage is possible. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.