Taiwan Earthquake: Death toll rises, 700 injured in strongest quake in 25 years | Oneindia

On Wednesday, Taiwan experienced its most severe earthquake in at least 25 years, claiming the lives of seven individuals and leaving over 700 injured.

Among the affected, 77 individuals found themselves trapped within tunnels and collapsed structures.

Rescue efforts unfolded amidst the perilous scenes of tilted buildings in the mountainous and scarcely inhabited eastern county of Hualien.

The quake, measuring 7.2 on the Richter scale, struck just offshore around 8 a.m., prompting dramatic rescues where ladders were employed to aid individuals in descending to safety.

Television broadcasts captured the harrowing aftermath, illustrating the magnitude of the disaster.

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