The Taiwan meteorological agency reported that over 80 earthquakes struck Taiwan’s east coast in the last 24 hours. Thus, including several that rattled Taipei’s buildings. The magnitude of the strongest earthquake was 6.3.
Taiwan experienced a magnitude 7.4 earthquake, the strongest in 25 years. Thus, causing damage to two multi-story buildings. Earlier on 3 April the quake, center in Hualien Country killing 13 people and injuring over 1,000. The USGS reports the quake’s epicenter was 28 kilometers south of Hualien. Taiwan’s earthquake monitoring center estimates the initial quake’s magnitude at 6.3. Two earthquakes of magnitude 6.0 and 6.3 occurred in Taipei, Taiwan. That with many aftershocks felt on the upper floors of apartment buildings across steep mountains.
The latest incident is a clear reminder of Taiwan’s continuous seismic hazards. It is an island nation situated at the meeting point of two tectonic plates. The Full Hotel and the Tong Shuai Building, two structures are already partially damaged after the first earthquake. But now they might sustain more damage. The severity of the last earthquake meant that many buildings already scheduled for destruction.
FEW UPDATES TO KNOW ABOUT TAIWAN EARTHQUAKE
- Hualien, in eastern Taiwan, had many earthquakes late on Monday and early Tuesday. But there no recorded casualties or large-scale damage. Major chipmaker TSMC declared that there was no impact on their business.
- The magnitude 6.3 earthquake at night caused buildings in northern, eastern, and western Taiwan, the capital of Taipei, to shake.
- Wu Chien-fu told reporters, “The aftershocks were a concentrated release of energy. He is the Director of the Seismological Centre. Moreover he said that more could expected to happen, though perhaps not as strong.”
- According to Chien-fu, Hualien residents should brace themselves for more disruptions. Widespread heavy precipitation is predicted for this week throughout Taiwan. Two buildings, that already empty on April 3. According to the Hualien Fire Department, these owing to damage receiving more damage and leaning.
- The biggest chip manufacturer in the world is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC). They said that while some workers at a few sites were evacuated, everyone else was safe. The building and its safety measures working as they should have.
- The officials canceled business and school for the day and blocked many highways in the hilly county of Hualien.
- Powerful earthquakes frequently occur in Taiwan. Although analysts think that the nation’s outstanding seismic preparation has limited the harm. It might have harmed to its 23 million residents.
- The island also has strict building laws and significant public awareness campaigns about earthquake safety.
- A 7.3-magnitude earthquake in 1999 claimed more than 2,000 lives. While a 2016 earthquake in southern Taiwan claims over 100 lives.
THE GLOBAL IMPACT OF TAIWAN’S EARTHQUAKES
The human cost of these earthquakes is undoubtedly the most significant concern. But the tremors can also have a ripple effect on the global economy. Taiwan is a major producer of semiconductors, essential components in countless electronic devices. Disruptions to this industry due to earthquakes could have a cascading effect on global supply chains.
Fortunately, the latest aftershocks appear to have had no impact on TSMC’s operations. However, the ongoing seismic activity serves as a reminder of Taiwan’s vulnerability. The potential economic consequences of a major earthquake disrupting its semiconductor production.
WHO SAID WHAT?
A member of the AFP reported that the earthquake felt like one of the strongest aftershocks. It was since the recent big one earlier this month. The Hualien Fire Department said on its official social media that crews were out. To assess any damage caused due to the earthquake. At the intersection of two tectonic plates, Taiwan is prone to frequent earthquakes. Since 1999, when a magnitude-7.6 earthquake struck the island, it is the worst affect to Taiwan. At that time, 2,400 people perishing in the deadliest natural disaster in the history of the island.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences for the loss of lives in Taiwan due to an earthquake. Moreover, expressing India’s support for the Taiwanese people. Expressing solidarity with the resilient people of Taiwan as they recover from the aftermath. On social media site X, the post was shared.
