Earthquakes in Taiwan

2 earthquakes in the last 24 hours• Latest significant: M5.5

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Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)

Showing 11 of 11 earthquakes
Time Mag Location Depth Felt MMIAlertStatusDetails
1 hours ago
2026-04-05 15:34:01 UTC
4.6mb
43 km N of Yonakuni, Japan
24.858°, 123.066°
135.2 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
20 hours ago
2026-04-04 21:23:59 UTC
4.4mwr
8 km N of Hualien City, Taiwan
24.052°, 121.618°
23.4 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
1 days ago
2026-04-04 17:14:57 UTC
5.5mww
4 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan
23.990°, 121.645°
22.1 km37Vgreen✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-29
2026-03-29 03:12:17 UTC
4.6mb
20 km SSE of Donggang, Taiwan
22.297°, 120.536°
10.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-28
2026-03-28 17:59:39 UTC
4.2mb
34 km SSE of Yonakuni, Japan
24.188°, 123.144°
50.2 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-26
2026-03-26 04:23:10 UTC
4.0mwr
85 km S of Hualien City, Taiwan
23.208°, 121.596°
38.5 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-20
2026-03-20 13:32:41 UTC
4.9mb
25 km SSE of Hualien City, Taiwan
23.768°, 121.712°
29.1 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-20
2026-03-20 02:18:32 UTC
4.4mb
50 km SSW of Hualien City, Taiwan
23.567°, 121.390°
16.0 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-18
2026-03-18 10:18:44 UTC
4.3mb
82 km SW of Yonakuni, Japan
23.937°, 122.425°
24.1 km---✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-15
2026-03-15 08:14:56 UTC
4.8mwr
56 km SSE of Yilan, Taiwan
24.327°, 122.049°
32.1 km16--✓ ReviewedUSGS →
2026-03-12
2026-03-12 12:14:13 UTC
5.2mwr
26 km S of Hualien City, Taiwan
23.745°, 121.567°
20.2 km21--✓ ReviewedUSGS →
Legend:
Mag: Magnitude ({magType} = ml, mb, mw, etc.)
Felt: Number of DYFI felt reports
MMI: Modified Mercalli Intensity (I-X+)
Alert: PAGER alert level
Depth: Shallow (<70km), Intermediate, Deep (>300km)
Status: Auto = preliminary, Reviewed = verified by seismologist
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Earthquake Statistics

Last 24 Hours2
Last 30 Days11
2026 (M2.5+)33

Largest (30 Days)
M5.5

4 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan

1 days ago

Largest in 2026
M5.5

4 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan

1 days ago

Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.

About Taiwan

Taiwan sits at the collision zone between the Philippine Sea Plate and the Eurasian Plate, making it one of the most seismically active regions in the world.

Taiwan Earthquakes 2026

In 2026, Taiwan has recorded 33 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in Taiwan in 2026 was a magnitude 5.5 event near Hualien City, Taiwan. As of today, seismic monitoring continues with 2 earthquakes detected in the past 24 hours and 11 in the last 30 days.

Seismic Activity in Taiwan

Taiwan sits at the collision zone between the Philippine Sea Plate and the Eurasian Plate, making it one of the most seismically active regions in the world.

Over the past 30 days, there have been 11 recorded earthquakes in this region. The largest recent earthquake was a magnitude 5.5 event near 4 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many earthquakes occur in Taiwan?

In the past 30 days, 11 earthquakes have been recorded in the Taiwan region. The number varies based on seismic activity in the area.

What was the biggest recent earthquake in Taiwan?

The largest recent earthquake in the Taiwan area was a magnitude 5.5 event that occurred 4 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan.

How can I prepare for earthquakes in Taiwan?

Residents should secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit with supplies for 72 hours, develop a family communication plan, and practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" during earthquake drills. Visit our preparedness section for detailed guides.