M4.5 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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Updated oct 6
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How it started
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What happened
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck off the coast of southern Taiwan on October 6, 2026, at 4:41 pm. The epicenter was located at sea, approximately 42.4km south-southwest of Kaohsiung City Hall, at a depth of 34.1km. The Central Weather Administration reported that the earthquake's intensity was highest in Kaohsiung, measuring 3 on Taiwan's 7-tier scale. The intensity was also recorded as 2 in Pingtung County.
From taipeitimes.com
Why it matters
The event occurred in a region where TSMC is actively expanding its fabrication and R&D facilities. The seismic activity raises concerns regarding the operational risk to the company's manufacturing base in Kaohsiung.
From taipeitimes.com
Who's involved
- KaohsiungCity in southern Taiwan experiencing seismic activity
- Central Weather AdministrationNational meteorological service of Taiwan that tracked the event
- TSMCSemiconductor company with facilities in the affected area
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Kaohsiung city government must manage earthquake responseKaohsiung City Government must manage response to magnitude 4.5 quakeLikely
- Earthquake near Kaohsiung may disrupt China Airlines' regional flightsChina Airlines may face temporary operational disruptions near KaohsiungPossible
- Earthquake near Kaohsiung may disrupt TSMC operationsEarthquake near Kaohsiung may cause operational disruptions for TSMCPossible
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck the region involving Kaohsiung and Pingtung County.Sub-event
Earthquake epicenter near Kaohsiung.1 source
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The entities involved
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Kaohsiung
city in southern Taiwan
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Central Weather Administration
national meteorological service of Taiwan