21 Apr 2024 | 03:46 AM UTC
Taiwan: Magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurs south of Hualien City at around 10:40 April 21
Magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurs south of Hualien City, Taiwan, at around 10:40 April 21. No initial reports of damage or injuries.
A magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurred in the Philippine Sea off eastern Taiwan at around 10:40 April 21. The epicenter was about 58 km (36 miles) south of Hualien City, Hualien County. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles), and light shaking was probably felt across Taiwan. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. 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.
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
