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Earthquake in Taiwan: 6-Magnitude Quake Strikes South West of Duoliu, Videos Surface

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck southwest of Douliu in Taiwan on Monday, January 20, shaking buildings in the capital, Taipei.

Team Latestly | Published: Jan 20, 2025 10:28 PM IST
Earthquake in Taiwan: 6-Magnitude Quake Strikes South West of Duoliu, Videos Surface
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A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck southwest of Douliu in Taiwan on Monday, January 20, shaking buildings in the capital, Taipei. According to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the quake occurred at a depth of 13 km. Taiwan’s weather administration reported a depth of 9.4 km, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Videos shared online show residents reacting to tremors, underscoring the region's vulnerability due to its location near tectonic plate boundaries. More details are awaited as emergency teams assess the situation. Earthquake in Taiwan: Quake of Magnitude 5.4 on Richter Scale Jolts Northeastern Part of Country.

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