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A powerful magnitude-7.3 earthquake rocked the waters near Hualien County in China's Taiwan region early Wednesday morning, triggering urgent search-and-rescue operations. The quake struck at 7:58 a.m. local time at a depth of 12 kilometers, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Dramatic scenes unfolded as buildings tilted dangerously, including the Uranus Building on Xuanyuan Road, which trapped multiple residents. Local fire department captain Su Jin-huei confirmed rescue teams are navigating 'severe structural challenges' due to the building’s extreme lean. 'Every minute counts,' Su told reporters during live updates.
Hualien County Construction Director Deng Zih-yu noted that dozens of structures across the area sustained damage. While no official casualty figures have been released yet, teams are prioritizing residents trapped in unstable zones. Social media footage shows locals aiding neighbors amidst debris, highlighting community resilience.
Seismologists warn of potential aftershocks as rescue work continues. Stay tuned for live updates on this developing story.
Dramatic scenes unfolded as buildings tilted dangerously, including the Uranus Building on Xuanyuan Road, which trapped multiple residents. Local fire department captain Su Jin-huei confirmed rescue teams are navigating 'severe structural challenges' due to the building’s extreme lean. 'Every minute counts,' Su told reporters during live updates.
Hualien County Construction Director Deng Zih-yu noted that dozens of structures across the area sustained damage. While no official casualty figures have been released yet, teams are prioritizing residents trapped in unstable zones. Social media footage shows locals aiding neighbors amidst debris, highlighting community resilience.
Seismologists warn of potential aftershocks as rescue work continues. Stay tuned for live updates on this developing story.
