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Aftershocks continue in Hualien, CWA warns of more tremors
Aftershocks from the April 3 Hualien earthquake persist, with potential for magnitude 5 or greater tremors, warns Taiwan’s weather agency. Typhoon Usagi’s approach heightens risks, especially in vulnerable areas.2024/11/14 14:09 -
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 -
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 -
Engineers rush to save 2 tilted Hualien hotels
Early morning earthquake on April 23 in Hualien City leaves Hotel Fouquet at risk of collapse; stabilization efforts underway. Surrounding infrastructure to be removed for safety, with demolition planned. Nearby Tongshuai Building also at risk, showing further tilting from aftershocks.2024/04/23 15:35 -
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 -
Earthquake in Hualien causes hotel to tilt
Discover the aftermath of a magnitude 6 earthquake in Hualien, Taiwan, with significant impacts on local infrastructure, including the tilting of the Fouquet Hotel and the collapse of the Tong Shuai Building. Learn about the ongoing efforts to prevent further damage, the effect on local businesses, and the community’s response to ensure safety amidst continuous aftershocks.2024/04/23 13:20 -
Taiwan experiences unusual surge in aftershocks
Taiwan experienced a series of earthquakes on April 23, with magnitudes up to 6.3, linked to an earlier quake on April 3. Experts note an unusual increase in aftershocks, all originating from the same fault system in Hualien County. The public is urged to be prepared as Taiwan enters a period of frequent seismic activity.2024/04/23 10:55 -
Earthquake shakes Hualien: A 5.5 magnitude tremor reported
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake hit Shoufeng Township, Hualien County, at 5:08 p.m. on April 22, followed by four aftershocks, prompting a national-level disaster prevention warning. The quake was felt island-wide, with varying intensities reported across different regions.2024/04/22 18:19 -
782 aftershocks rattle Taiwan in wake of magnitude 7.2 quake
Meta description (160 characters): 782 aftershocks reported after magnitude 7.2 earthquake off Hualien on April 3. CWA warns of potential magnitude 5+ aftershocks for at least a month.2024/04/09 14:10 -
Aftershocks decrease daily following Hualien M7.2 quake
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck Hualien on April 3, followed by 739 aftershocks. The quake caused damage to buildings and infrastructure in the area. The number of aftershocks has been decreasing daily.2024/04/08 10:31 -
Hualien quake: landslides, building damage, traffic chaos
Minister of the Interior Lin Yu-chang said on Wednesday (April 3) that the Hualien railway and highway are currently disrupted, with the earliest expected railway reopening for one-way traffic by early Thursday morning.2024/04/03 18:04