A moderate 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck waters near Hualien County in China's Taiwan region on Monday, December 8, 2025, according to official monitoring reports. The China Earthquake Networks Center confirmed the tremor occurred at 20km depth – shallow enough to be felt across coastal areas 🚨.
While no immediate damage or casualties were reported, the region remains seismically active. "We’re used to small shakes here, but we always stay alert," said Hualien resident Lin Mei-ling via social media. Authorities are monitoring for aftershocks in the area, which sits along the Pacific Ring of Fire 🔥.
This marks the third quake above magnitude 5.0 in the Taiwan Strait this year, per CENC records. Travelers to the region are advised to review emergency protocols and follow local updates 📱.
