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Hualien’s Hotel Fouquet demolition disrupts local businesses
In Hualien, the Hotel Fouquet, compromised by a recent earthquake, is undergoing demolition, impacting local businesses like the Zhou family dumpling shop. The process, led by the Hualien Construction Office, aims for completion in two weeks, using a method for safety and efficiency. This has further strained the local economy, already suffering from reduced tourism.
2024/04/24 11:00
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Series of Hualien quakes leads to 4 building collapses
Discover the aftermath of a series of strong earthquakes in Hualien County, Taiwan, causing the collapse or tilting of four buildings, including the previously red-tagged Hotel Fouquet and residential structures, with ongoing assessments by the Hualien County government for public safety and demolition plans.
2024/04/23 17:11
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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
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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
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Uranus Building demolition in Hualien to finish early
Demolition of leaning Uranus Building in Hualien to finish early on April 15th. Roads and utilities to reopen by April 18-19. One cat found but escaped capture.
2024/04/15 18:09
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Hualien earthquake: Uranus Building demolition continues
Following a devastating earthquake in Hualien, the ongoing demolition of the Uranus Building draws attention as efforts are made to protect trapped animals, with the demolition expected to conclude within two weeks.
2024/04/12 16:50
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Lost memories: Residents watch as homes torn down in Hualien
In Hualien County, the demolition of the severely tilted Uranus Building, following a magnitude 7.2 earthquake, evokes mixed emotions among residents as they watch their belongings being destroyed. With safety concerns preventing them from retrieving items themselves, police assist in the recovery of personal possessions through established collection stations.
2024/04/08 16:36
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Hualien officials target two-week demolition for Uranus
The demolition of Hualien City’s Uranus building, damaged in a 7.2 magnitude earthquake, is underway with efforts to minimize loss and ensure public safety. The process is expected to be completed in two weeks, highlighting the community’s resilience and response to natural disasters.
2024/04/08 16:10
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Demolition begins in Hualien following 7.2 magnitude quake
Following a devastating 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Hualien, demolition of damaged buildings has begun, including the Uranus Building on Xuanyuan Rd, close to Dongdamen Night Market. The quake has resulted in 10 deaths, 1067 injuries, and extensive damage.
2024/04/04 19:47
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Dazhi apartment building demolition begins amid safety risks
Demolition of the damaged Dazhi apartment building commenced under Deputy Mayor Lee’s supervision on Tuesday morning (Sept. 26). The affected residents are being offered temporary housing.
2023/09/26 18:08
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Premier dismisses plans for CKS Memorial Hall demolition
Premier Chen Chien-jen on Monday (Sept. 11) dismissed claims that the ruling government plans to demolish the Chiang Kai-shek (CKS) Memorial Hall by May 2024, as President Tsai Ing-wen will end her second and final term by then.
2023/09/11 16:24
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Yilan temple torn down due to unauthorized construction
The Tzu Chi Ancestral Temple in Dongshan Township, Yilan, was demolished by the Yilan government on Friday morning (Aug. 11) on the ground of violating the Regional Planning Act.
2023/08/14 18:19