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Earthquake of magnitude 5.6 jolts Taiwan's Yilan

On Tuesday, a 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Yilan, Taiwan, shaking Taipei.

Published on: Feb 24, 2026, 11:10:04 IST
Reuters
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A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck just off the coast of Taiwan's northeastern county of Yilan on Tuesday, the island's weather administration said, with no immediate reports of damage.

The quake had a depth of 66.8 km (41.5 miles), the weather administration said. (REUTERS file photo for representation)
The quake had a depth of 66.8 km (41.5 miles), the weather administration said. (REUTERS file photo for representation)

The quake briefly shook buildings in the capital, Taipei. The quake had a depth of 66.8 km (41.5 miles), the weather administration said.

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