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Taiwan enters an era of frequent earthquakes, expert says
Taiwan faces a surge in seismic activity, with 35 quakes of magnitude 5.5 or greater in 2024, the most since 2011. Experts link this to aftershocks from April.
2024/11/07 15:11
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CWA reclassifies Hualien tremor as aftershock of April quake
Discover the latest on the magnitude 6.3 earthquake off Hualien’s coast, now identified as an aftershock of the April 3 quake, including updated depth and location details. Stay informed on safety measures.
2024/08/16 17:43
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Hualien quake not linked to recent tremors: CWA
Discover the latest on the magnitude 6.3 earthquake off Hualien’s coast, Taiwan, including expert analysis and safety advisories for residents. Stay informed on aftershocks and seismic activity updates.
2024/08/16 10:54
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Magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits off Taiwan’s Hualien coast
Discover the latest on the magnitude 6.3 earthquake off Hualien County, Taiwan, and its impact on the region. Learn about the unusual seismic activity and safety advice from experts.
2024/08/16 09:53
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Taiwan inches closer to China, debunking drift rumors: CWA
The Central Weather Administration of Taiwan corrects misconceptions about the island drifting away from China due to earthquakes, clarifying that Taiwan is moving closer to China at a rate of 4 to 8 centimeters annually. This adjustment is based on the movement of tectonic plates, with Taiwan’s position at the Eurasian and Philippine Sea plates’ junction contributing to its gradual shift towards China.
2024/04/25 16:23
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Taiwan struck by twin quakes, no link to past tremor
Discover the details of two significant earthquakes striking off Taiwan’s eastern coast, as reported by the Central Weather Administration. Learn about the seismic events’ magnitudes, timing, and unique characteristics, emphasizing their independence from earlier tremors. Explore the geological context provided by experts, highlighting Taiwan’s position at a plate collision point and the implications for its earthquake preparedness.
2024/04/25 14:45
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4.7 magnitude earthquake shakes Hualien, felt across Taiwan
Discover the latest on the significant earthquake off Hualien County’s coast, as reported by the Central Weather Administration. With a magnitude of 4.7, this quake impacted various regions across Taiwan, prompting alerts for potential aftershocks. Stay informed on the seismic activity affecting Hualien, Nantou, Taichung, and beyond.
2024/04/25 11:53
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CWA clarifies criteria for national quake alerts
Explore the ongoing seismic activity in Taiwan, where residents face continuous earthquakes without prior national-level warnings on their phones, unless specific criteria are met. The Central Weather Administration clarifies the conditions for alerts and cautions against misinformation, amidst concerns of more tremors and adverse weather. President Tsai Ing-wen calls for caution, particularly in mountainous regions, and shares crucial safety advice for earthquake preparedness.
2024/04/23 18:17
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Seismologist urges preparedness, not panic after quakes
Explore how Kuo Kai-wen, ex-head of the Seismological Center, addresses concerns over potential magnitude 7 aftershocks following 200 recent earthquakes, emphasizing preparedness without panic. He recalls past seismic events and reassures that such occurrences are normal, highlighting the unpredictability of earthquakes.
2024/04/23 17:36
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Taiwan’s seismic surge shows a "skyscraper" of quakes
Explore the recent seismic surge in Taiwan, where over 1,000 aftershocks followed a major earthquake in Hualien. This unusual activity, highlighted on a global map as a towering "skyscraper," signals a period of heightened earthquake risk, with potential aftershocks expected for up to a year.
2024/04/23 17:09
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Twin earthquakes over magnitude 6 jolt Hualien
Two earthquakes over magnitude 6 hit Shoufeng Township, Hualien, as aftershocks of an April 3 quake, with the Central Weather Administration recording over a thousand aftershocks since. The recent quakes, felt across Taiwan, raise landslide risks in mountainous regions, prompting public caution.
2024/04/23 15:08