Taiwan: Magnitude-6.0 earthquake occurs in Hualien County at around 09:05 June 20. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.

Event

A magnitude-6.0 earthquake occurred in eastern Taiwan at around 09:05 June 20. The epicenter was about 38 km (24 miles) south-southwest of Hualien City. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles), and moderate-to-light shaking occurred in eastern Taiwan. Weak-to-light shaking was probably felt throughout the rest of the territory. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties; however, some minor damage may have occurred. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Light aftershocks are likely over the coming days.

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.

Advice

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.