6.1-magnitude earthquake shakes Taiwan
The Hindu
Taiwan hit by 6.1-magnitude earthquake, officials urge vigilance and preparedness for aftershocks and future tremors.
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake hit off Taiwan's east coast Friday (August 16, 2024) morning, the United States Geological Survey said.
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The tremor struck at 7:35 am (2335 GMT) at a depth of 15 km near Hualien, epicentre of a major quake in April, according to the USGS.
The island's Central Weather Administration, which initially reported a 6.3-magnitude quake, issued a mobile phone alert Friday morning warning people to "keep calm and seek cover nearby".
The National Fire Agency, which reported no damage, also urged vigilance after a 5.4-magnitude quake triggered a government alert on Thursday.
"In response to the continuous earthquakes, the Ministry of the Interior called on the public to remain vigilant, pay attention to the occurrence of aftershocks, and be prepared for earthquakes," it said in a statement.
Taiwan experiences frequent earthquakes due to its location between two tectonic plates.
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