Taipei earthquakes 結果共4筆

Explore the challenges and progress of urban renewal in Taiwan, where the aging housing stock and recent earthquakes have pushed the need for more effective renewal strategies and government involvement.

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.

Two buildings collapsed in Hualien after earthquakes shook Taiwan. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an urged reporting incidents via 119 or 1999. Taipei Metro slowed trains to inspect tracks before resuming normal operations. District offices are checking buildings for damage. Citizens advised to avoid mountains and water due to incoming weather front.

The high number of aging buildings is causing concern for Taiwan’s residents, particularly in densely populated cities prone to frequent earthquakes.