Published 27 days ago

Taiwan's strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years damages buildings, leaving 9 dead

A five-story building in Hualien collapsed its first floor and leaned at a 45-degree angle, causing heavy damage. Schools evacuated students for safety. Train and subway services were suspended across the island.
Taipei experienced falling tiles and debris from buildings. The national legislature and other structures suffered damage to walls and ceilings. Traffic along the east coast was severely impacted, with landslides and falling debris hitting tunnels and highways.
Debris from building sites fell in Taipei, vehicles were damaged from landslides, and highways were impacted. It was unclear if anyone was hurt from these incidents.

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BBC News

Dozens trapped and 700 injured in Taiwan earthquake

The earthquake has caused building collapses, landslides and caused power outages across the island.

27 days ago·United Kingdom

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The Guardian

Taiwan 7.5 magnitude earthquake sparks tsunami warning in Japan

Tsunami of up to three metres expected to reach Japan’s southern coast after quake with preliminary magnitude of 7.5 hits near Taipei

27 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Hindu

Taiwan rocked by strong earthquake that triggers tsunami warning

The Japan Meteorological Agency said a tsunami wave of 30 cm was detected on the coast of Yonaguni island about 15 minutes after the quake in Taiwan.

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CTV News

No tsunami risk to B.C. after Taiwan earthquake, officials say

Officials say there is no tsunami risk to coastal B.C. after a massive earthquake near Taiwan Tuesday afternoon.

27 days ago·Canada

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The Independent

Mapped: Huge earthquake wrecks havoc in Taiwan and triggers tsunamis

Dozens remain trapped and many buildings damaged with worst impacts seen around Hualien city, just 18km from epicentre

27 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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CBC News

Major earthquake strikes off of Taiwan's coast, killing at least 9 and injuring hundreds

The strongest earthquake in a quarter-century rocked Taiwan during the morning rush hour Wednesday, killing nine people, stranding some workers and damaging dozens of buildings. The quake also injured more than 1,000 people.

27 days ago·Canada

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