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Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake off Northeast Taiwan, Maximum Intensity Level 4, National Alert Issued

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Published May 1, 2026 9:54 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 8:26 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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According to the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred off the northeast coast of Taiwan on the evening of May 1st, with a maximum intensity of Level 4 observed in Yilan County and other areas.
A national alert was issued, urging residents in Taipei City, New Taipei City, and other regions to be cautious of strong shaking.

According to the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred off the northeast coast of Taiwan on the evening of May 1st, with a maximum intensity of Level 4 observed in Yilan County and other areas. A national alert was issued, urging residents in Taipei City, New Taipei City, and other regions to be cautious of strong shaking.

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Published: May 1, 2026

(Central News Agency Website, May 1) According to the latest information from the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred tonight at 8:39 PM. The earthquake had a depth of 98.3 kilometers, with its epicenter located 38.7 kilometers east-northeast of Yilan County Government (in Taiwan's eastern waters). The maximum intensity of Level 4 was observed in Yilan County, Hsinchu County, Nantou County, and Hualien County.

Following the earthquake, the Central Weather Administration issued a disaster warning message (national alert) for Taipei City, Keelung City, New Taipei City, Yilan County, and Taoyuan City, reminding the public to be vigilant against strong shaking and to seek nearby shelter by "dropping, covering, and holding on." (Edited by Lin Ting-chun) 1150501

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According to the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred off the northeast coast of Taiwan on the evening of May 1st, with a maximum intensity of Level 4 observed in Yilan County and other areas. A national alert was issued, urging residents in Taipei City, New Taipei City, and other regions to be cautious of strong shaking.

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May 1, 2026

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