Earthquakes Devastate Taiwan
Nine Dead, Hundreds Injured in Major Seismic Event
Emergency Response Underway as Rescuers Search for Survivors
Taiwan has been hit by its strongest earthquake in at least 25 years, leaving a trail of destruction and a rising death toll. At least nine people have been confirmed dead, and more than 900 injured, as a result of the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the east coast early Wednesday morning.
The quake, which occurred at around 2:30 AM local time, caused widespread damage and triggered landslides across the region. Over 700 people are reported stranded, many of them trapped in collapsed buildings or on impassable roads.
Rescue crews are working around the clock to search for survivors and provide assistance to the affected areas. One of the most critical areas is the Suhua Highway, which has been severely damaged by landslides, making it difficult for emergency vehicles to reach remote communities.
The earthquake is the strongest to hit Taiwan since 1999, when a magnitude 7.6 quake devastated central Taiwan, killing over 2,400 people. The island is located in an active seismic zone and is prone to earthquakes, but the recent event is particularly significant due to its magnitude and the amount of damage it has caused.
The government has declared a state of emergency and is mobilizing all available resources to respond to the disaster. International aid is also being sought, as the extent of the damage becomes clear.
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