The depth and focal mechanism are consistent with moderate angle reverse faulting on the plate boundary interface that dips northwards beneath the western end of the Ryukyu arc.

[2] There was significant damage to buildings in the Taipei area, with three collapsing and the destruction of about 100 houses.

An apartment building in the central part of the city collapsed, trapping 13 and injuring five.

[4] Cranes at the then Taipei World Financial Center,[4] which was under construction, partly collapsed, killing five workers and injuring a further 10 people.

The Taipei metro train services were suspended due to a ruptured water pipe.