Strong quake shakes Taiwan, though no damage immediately reported

A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Taiwan on Wednesday morning, triggering alarms in Taipei, though initial reports indicated no immediate damage. The quake, centered south-southeast of Yilan, was relatively deep, potentially mitigating damage. Situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," Taiwan is prone to seismic activity and has implemented stringent building codes and safety measures since a devastating 1999 earthquake.