A 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit off Taiwan’s northeast coast on December 28, 2025, causing minor disruptions with no major damage or injuries.

A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off Taiwan's northeast coast on December 28, 2025, causing widespread shaking throughout the island. Despite its strength, initial reports show no major damage or casualties, with authorities confirming that the quake caused only minor disruptions. The United States. The Geological Survey recorded the event as magnitude 6.6, but Taiwan's seismic monitoring agency reported it as 7.0. The tremor was felt in several areas, prompting emergency alerts and brief evacuations, but no major structural damage was reported.