On December 27, 2025, at 23:05 Taiwan local time, a significant earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 struck the eastern sea area near Taiwan, with its epicenter located at latitude 24.69°N and longitude 122.08°E, approximately 32.3 km east of Yilan County. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 72.8 km and was felt strongly across northern Taiwan, including Yilan, New Taipei, Taipei, Keelung, Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli, Taichung, Nantou, Changhua, Yunlin, Chiayi, Pingtung, Taitung, Hualien, Chiayi City, Tainan, and Kaohsiung, with maximum intensities reaching level 4 in several areas. The earthquake also caused tremors in Okinawa's Ishigaki and Yonaguni Islands. The Japan Meteorological Agency estimated the quake's magnitude at 6.7. No major damage has been reported, but the quake triggered warnings across many counties and cities in Taiwan. The seismic activity was strong enough to be felt across the region, with some areas experiencing shaking for over 20 seconds. The earthquake’s depth and location suggest a significant tectonic event, and authorities continue to monitor aftershocks. The event has prompted safety reminders and disaster preparedness measures among residents.