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At least 7 people died and 700 injured in a devastating 7.4 magnitude Earthquake in Taiwan
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At least 7 people died and 700 injured in a devastating 7.4 magnitude Earthquake in Taiwan

A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake rattled Taiwan, leading to the collapse of buildings and a resulting minor tsunami on the Japanese coast. As per the latest updates, the catastrophe claimed the lives of at least seven individuals and left over 700 injured. Early Wednesday morning, Taiwan was shaken to its core by a powerful earthquake. The shockwaves were felt strongest in the island's eastern city of Hualien, which was identified as the epicenter. This quake was the most intense Taiwan has experienced in a quarter of a century. The US Geological Survey reported the earthquake's magnitude as 7.4, while Taiwan's seismic monitoring agency recorded it as 7.2. Regardless of the slight disparity in figures, the damage was extensive and far-reaching. Seven people lost their lives ...