Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:14pm on 03 Apr 2024,Wednesday Weather & Environment
Taiwan faces its strongest earthquake in 25 years, registering 7.4 magnitude. At least 9 deaths and over 800 injuries reported, with more than 100 individuals trapped in landslides along the Suhua Highway. Stranded tourists, uncertain of conditions, await rescue in remote tunnels. Rescue team efforts underway despite damaged railways. The railway along Taiwan's east coast is under repair, with hopes to restore connectivity to Hualian by tomorrow afternoon. Rescue operations continue throughout the night, racing against time to reach those stranded in the treacherous aftermath of the quake.
