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Offshore 7.0 Quake Hits Taiwan Near Yilan; Aftershocks Expected

An offshore 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Yilan, Taiwan, at 11:05 p.m., causing island-wide tremors with minor damage and power outages; authorities warn of potential aftershocks tonight.

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Officials including Taiwan’s President William Lai Ching-te urged calm and monitored the situation after a strong offshore quake near Yilan; authorities prepared for possible aftershocks.

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A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck 20 miles off Yilan, Taiwan, at 11:05 p.m., with authorities reporting no immediate major damage across the island.

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Taiwan Power Company said over 3,000 homes in Yilan experienced brief outages; Taipei reported isolated gas and water leaks and minor building damage.

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Authorities cautioned residents to brace for aftershocks ranging from 5.5 to 6.0 magnitude in the coming days.

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Experts note Taiwan lies near converging tectonic plates, making it quake-prone; the island has suffered deadly quakes in 1999 and 2016.

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The earthquake struck 20 miles offshore near Yilan, Taiwan, at 11:05 p.m. local time.

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Central Weather Bureau, Taiwan

Minor damage included brief power outages for over 3,000 homes in Yilan, isolated gas and water leaks, and minor building damage in Taipei; no major damage reported island-wide.

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Taipei Times

Authorities warned of potential aftershocks tonight and in the coming days, possibly ranging from 5.5 to 6.0 magnitude.

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Central Weather Bureau, Taiwan

Taiwan lies near converging tectonic plates, making it highly quake-prone; past deadly quakes occurred in 1999 and 2016.

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Wikipedia - Earthquakes in Taiwan

President William Lai Ching-te urged calm; officials are monitoring the situation and preparing for aftershocks.

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Office of the President, Taiwan