Taiwan jolted by biggest earthquake in 25 yrs as tsunami threat recedes
On Wednesday, a powerful earthquake measuring 7.5 on the Richter Scale hit Taiwan‘s eastern shores. The epicenter is located in the Pacific Ocean, approximately 25.0 kilometers south-southeast of Hualien County Hall.
Japan‘s Meteorological Agency swiftly issued tsunami warnings for remote Japanese islands, including Miyakojima Island, in the wake of the earthquake off Taiwan’s coast.
The US Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed the quake’s magnitude, describing it as a “notable quake“.
The quake’s depth was measured at 15.5 kilometers, according to the Seismology Center of Taiwan’s Central News Agency.
Reports of the earthquake’s impact varied across Taiwan, with intensity levels of 5+ reported in Yilan County and Miaoli County, and 5- in several northern and central regions including Taipei City, New Taipei City, and Taichung City. The seismic event prompted the suspension of metro systems in major cities like Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung, disrupting daily routines for commuters.
Tsunami alerts were issued for southwestern Japan’s Miyakojima and Yaeyama regions, along with Okinawa Prefecture‘s main island.
Authorities have warned residents of waves as high as three meters (10 feet), heightening concerns for coastal communities in the affected regions. Residents were urged to evacuate promptly to higher ground or secure locations to ensure their safety.
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