| Metric | Data |
|---|---|
| Latest Quake | No significant confirmed earthquakes in the past 24 hours |
| Total Quakes (M4.0+) | 4 |
| Estimated Seismic Energy | 5.5 x 10^13 joules (15.4 gigawatt hours) |
| Average Number of Earthquakes | 10.8 per year |
| Largest Earthquake (M7+) | 0.11 per year |
| Largest Earthquake (M6+) | 0.49 per year |
| Largest Earthquake (M5+) | 1.52 per year |
| Largest Earthquake (M4+) | 8.8 per year |
| Largest Earthquake (M3+) | 11.2 per year |
| Largest Earthquake (M2+) | 12.9 per year |
Introduction
Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, is located in a seismically active region, making it prone to earthquakes. This article provides an in-depth look at the earthquake activity in Taipei, including the latest quakes, historical data, and frequently asked questions.
Latest Quakes
As of the time of writing, there have been no significant confirmed earthquakes in or near Taipei in the past 24 hours. However, since 2024, Taipei has experienced 4 quakes with magnitudes above 4 and up to 7.4. The strongest past 30 days was a Mag. 5.8 earthquake that occurred 38 km NE of Hualien City on May 10, 2024.
Historical Data
Based on data from the past 54 years and the earthquake archive back to 1900, there are approximately 10.8 quakes on average per year in or near Taipei, Taiwan. This includes:
- Mag. 7 or higher: 0.11 quakes per year (or 1 quake every 9.1 years)
- Mag. 6 or higher: 0.49 quakes per year (or 1 quake every 2 years)
- Mag. 5 or higher: 1.52 quakes per year
- Mag. 4 or higher: 8.8 quakes per year
- Mag. 3 or higher: 11.2 quakes per year
- Mag. 2 or higher: 12.9 quakes per year
Taipei has a very high level of seismic activity, with at least 14 quakes above magnitude 7 since 1900. This suggests that larger earthquakes of this size occur infrequently, probably on average approximately every 5 to 10 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How frequent are earthquakes in or near Taipei, Taiwan?
Taipei has a very high level of seismic activity. Based on data from the past 54 years and our earthquake archive back to 1900, there are about 10.8 quakes on average per year in or near Taipei, Taiwan. Taipei has had at least 14 quakes above magnitude 7 since 1900, which suggests that larger earthquakes of this size occur infrequently, probably on average approximately every 5 to 10 years.
Conclusion
Earthquakes are a common occurrence in Taipei, with a high frequency of smaller quakes and a lower frequency of larger, more destructive earthquakes. By understanding the historical data and latest quakes, residents and visitors can stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
