A magnitude-6.9 earthquake struck Hualien County in the Taiwan region on Sunday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Rescue efforts by the Hualien County Fire Department and police are underway. Four residents who were trapped in a collapsed convenience store in Yuli Township have been successfully rescued.
The earthquake caused significant shaking across the region, leading to reports of structural damage and disrupted transportation. Authorities are assessing the impact and coordinating relief operations to assist affected residents.
Local hospitals are on high alert, and emergency services have advised residents to remain vigilant due to the possibility of aftershocks. The Taiwan region is located near the junction of two tectonic plates, making it susceptible to seismic activity.
International communities are monitoring the situation closely. The prompt response of the local authorities has been commended as efforts continue to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents.
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4 trapped residents have been rescued in Hualien County, Taiwan
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