Dashcam Footage Shows Terrifying Moment Earthquake Rocks Taiwan Highway

A heart-stopping dashcam video has gone viral after capturing the exact moment a magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck the Taiwan region early Wednesday. The footage shows vehicles swerving on a Hualien County highway as the ground violently shakes – a stark reminder of nature’s unpredictable power .

The quake, recorded by the China Earthquake Networks Center at 7:58 a.m., sent shockwaves through social media as drivers shared their experiences. ‘It felt like the road turned into jelly,’ one witness posted, describing how drivers struggled to control their cars during the tremors .

Hualien County, known for its scenic coastal highways, has experienced over 50 aftershocks since the initial jolt. Emergency crews worked through the day to clear landslides blocking key mountain roads .

This event highlights Taiwan’s position along the volatile Pacific Ring of Fire. Seismologists warn such powerful quakes could become more frequent: ‘It’s not if, but when the next big one hits,’ said Dr. Lin Wei from Taipei University’s Earth Sciences Department .

As night fell, residents shared candlelit photos of community-led rescue efforts – proving once again that even in shaky times, human resilience shines brightest .

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Dashcam captures moment of quake jolting Taiwan highway

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