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Eastern Sea Area Earthquake Magnitude 4.6, Maximum Intensity Hualien County Level 4

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Published May 8, 2026 6:09 AM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 8:26 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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According to the latest information from the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 4.6 earthquake occurred at 4:57 AM on May 8, with a depth of 25.4 kilometers, located 30.2 kilometers northeast of Hualien County Government (in Taiwan's eastern sea area).
The maximum intensity was level 4 in Hualien County.

According to the latest information from the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 4.6 earthquake occurred at 4:57 AM on May 8, with a depth of 25.4 kilometers, located 30.2 kilometers northeast of Hualien County Government (in Taiwan's eastern sea area). The maximum intensity was level 4 in Hualien County.

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Published: May 8, 2026

Central News Agency, Taipei, May 8, report: According to the latest information from the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 4.6 earthquake occurred at 4:57 AM on May 8. The earthquake had a depth of 25.4 kilometers, with its epicenter located 30.2 kilometers northeast of Hualien County Government (in Taiwan's eastern sea area). The maximum intensity was level 4 in Hualien County. (Editor: Yang Chao-yan) 1150508

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