TAIWAN-EARTHQUAKE
Two earthquakes, each measuring 5.0 and 4.8 on the Richter scale, struck off the coast of Hualien, Taiwan, approximately 10 minutes apart in the early morning of October 24. The Central Weather Administration reported no immediate damage or casualties. It is recommended to use the Central Weather Administration's earthquake location map or a schematic photograph of the Hualien area.

Two earthquakes struck off Taiwan's eastern coast early on Oct. 24, measuring 5.0 and 4.8, about 10 minutes apart. The Central Weather Administration said there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

According to Focus Taiwan, the first, a magnitude 5.0 earthquake, occurred at 4:48 a.m. Its epicenter was about 31.2km east-southeast of the Hualien County Government building, at a depth of about 15.4km.

The second earthquake, measuring 4.8, occurred at 4:58 a.m. Its epicenter was about 30.4km east-southeast of the Hualien County Government building, at a depth of about 16.8km.

Central Weather Administration data showed that both earthquakes reached a maximum intensity of 3 in Hualien County; <chrome_annotation role="link">parts of Yilan and Nantou counties also recorded shaking at intensities of 2 or 3.

Taiwan is located near the boundary between tectonic plates and experiences relatively frequent earthquakes. Earthquakes often occur in eastern Taiwan and offshore areas, making seismic monitoring, earthquake-resistant construction and public disaster preparedness important to reducing earthquake risks.

No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been received, but people should continue to follow the latest information issued by the Central Weather Administration and local governments. If shaking occurs again, people should protect themselves by following the "Drop, Cover and Hold On" principle and stay away from windows, cabinets and objects that could fall.