The beginning of April has brought bad news for Taiwan.
A massive earthquake occurred here on Wednesday, the intensity of which was measured at 7.4 on the Richter scale. The result was that many buildings collapsed and people present on the streets were seen shaking and trying to control themselves.
It is being said that for the first time in 25 years, Taiwan has faced such a big tragedy. After this natural incident, fear of tsunami is also being raised.
Japan has issued a tsunami alert in its southern island group Okinawa after a powerful earthquake of 7.5 magnitude.
Japan’s Meteorological Agency has said in its forecast that due to tsunami, waves up to three meters (9.8 feet) high can rise in the sea. Many buildings were damaged due to the earthquake that occurred on Wednesday morning.
what is the latest situation
Many buildings collapsed in Hualien city of Taiwan due to the earthquake. Railway services have been suspended in view of security. Besides, schools and government offices have also been given the option to close their work.
Rail services have also been stopped in the capital Taipei. There are reports of collapse of many buildings here too. At present, there is information about the death of one person and injuries to some people in this natural disaster.
devastation in taiwan
After the earthquake, pictures and videos of many parts of Taiwan have also started being shared on social media. It is visible how a tall building is suddenly falling.
A video has been released by news agency ANI from Babin Street in Hualien County, Eastern Taiwan, in which it is seen that the huge building tilted to one side of the mud house.
Earthquake has happened before
Earlier, Taiwan had faced a massive earthquake in 1999. More than 2500 people had died during that period. Also, more than 1300 people were injured.
During that time, Nantou in Taiwan was considered the most affected.