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Fact Check: A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at 7pm yesterday.

Fact Check: A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at 7pm yesterday.

Published June 13, 2025
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# Fact Check: "A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at 7pm yesterday." ## What We Know On June 11, 202...

Fact Check: "A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at 7pm yesterday."

What We Know

On June 11, 2025, a magnitude 6.4 earthquake indeed struck off the coast of Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at approximately 7 p.m. local time. The Central Weather Administration (CWA) reported that the epicenter of the quake was located about 69.9 kilometers south of Hualien County Hall, at a depth of 30.9 kilometers. Initial reports indicated no significant damage or casualties resulting from this seismic event (Taipei Times, Focus Taiwan).

The earthquake's intensity was measured at 5 on Taiwan's seven-tier intensity scale in Changbin Township of Taitung County, while it registered a 4 in several other areas, including Hualien and parts of Nantou, Chiayi, and Taichung (Taipei Times).

Analysis

The claim that a magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County at 7 p.m. yesterday is corroborated by multiple reliable sources, including the Central Weather Administration, which is the authoritative body for meteorological and seismic data in Taiwan (Central Weather Administration - Wikipedia). The CWA is a government institution with a long history of monitoring seismic activity and issuing reports on earthquakes.

The reports from the Taipei Times, Focus Taiwan, and other news outlets consistently confirm the details of the earthquake, including its magnitude, location, and timing. These sources are credible and widely recognized for their journalistic integrity, further validating the accuracy of the information presented.

While there may be minor variations in the reporting of the earthquake's effects, the core details remain consistent across all sources. The absence of immediate reports of damage or casualties also aligns with the typical response to earthquakes of this magnitude in Taiwan, which is well-prepared for seismic events due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.

Conclusion

Verdict: True
The claim that a magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at 7 p.m. yesterday is accurate. This conclusion is supported by multiple credible sources, including the Central Weather Administration and various news outlets, all of which confirm the details of the event.

Sources

  1. Central Weather Administration - Wikipedia
  2. Magnitude 6.4 earthquake hits Hualien County - Taipei Times
  3. Magnitude 6.4 earthquake rocks Taiwan - Focus Taiwan
  4. Magnitude 6.4 earthquake jolts Taiwan | Taiwan News
  5. Southern Taiwan is hit by 6.4 magnitude quake; no reports of ... - NBC News
  6. Taiwan earthquake: Huge 6.4 earthquake rocks entire country with locals ...
  7. Taiwan shakes: 6.4 magnitude earthquake hits Hualien ...
  8. Earthquake of magnitude 6.4 hits Taiwan's east coast

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