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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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ADAS under scrutiny after multiple crashes in Taiwan
Explore the Taiwan Transportation Safety Board’s proactive investigations into various transportation incidents, including its first inquiry into an electric vehicle accident, collisions involving advanced driver assistance systems, a Taichung MRT crash, a school bus overturning, and a tour bus accident. Reports on these cases aim to enhance safety measures and prevent future occurrences.
2024/04/22 12:31
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KMT slams CGA for renaming report on fatal boat collision
The Kuomintang criticizes the Coast Guard Administration for unilaterally changing a report title on a speedboat incident. The KMT calls it an act of arrogance and disrespect towards parliamentary oversight. The incident resulted in the death of two Chinese fishermen.
2024/03/04 10:43
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EVA Air ranks 14th in global safety rankings for 2024
Taiwan’s EVA Airlines has been ranked the 14th safest airline in the world in 2024 by Australian airline review site AirlineRatings.com. The annual list features the top 25 safest airlines, assessed from 385 carriers. Air New Zealand holds the title of the world’s safest airline for 2024, followed by Qantas, Virgin Australia, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, All Nippon Airways, Finnair, Cathay Pacific Airways, and Alaska Airlines. EVA Air is the only company from Taiwan to make it into the top 25. Japan Airlines, which was involved in a collision on Jan. 2, landed in the 20th spot. AirlineRatings.com evaluates carriers based on safety measures, flight records, serious accident records, pilot training, the age of their fleet, and more. The top 25 airlines are considered the creme de la creme of the aviation industry, known for their strong reputation in safety, innovation, and the introduction of new airplanes.
2024/01/22 14:50
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Woman, 19, dies in wrong-way crash on Taipei Expressway
19-year-old Lee died in a head-on collision while riding her motorcycle the wrong way on the Taipei Huanhe Expressway. The crash occurred around 2 a.m. when Lee’s motorcycle collided with a minibus driven by a 44-year-old man surnamed Piao. Lee was critically injured and pronounced dead at the National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH) at 3:54 a.m. Both drivers were not under the influence of alcohol. The exact cause of the accident and assignment of responsibilities are currently under investigation by the police.
2023/12/11 20:17
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Helicopter cleans Taipower tower; false alarm reported
A civilian helicopter employed by Taipower was involved in routine maintenance work cleaning insulators on a power tower in the Wugu District of New Taipei City. The helicopter was fully operational during the procedure. The New Taipei City Fire Department responded to a report of a helicopter collision with an electrical tower near the Guanyin Mountain Tunnel, but upon arrival, they found no smoke or debris. It was determined that the reported incident was a false alarm and the public was urged to avoid spreading rumors or misinformation. The fire department advised the public to provide detailed information, such as kilometer marks and directions on highways, to help first responders quickly locate potential emergency sites and prevent delays in rescue operations.
2023/12/07 18:10
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Children critical after school bus crash in Changhua County
A tragic school bus collision in Changhua County leaves two children in intensive care and sparks a debate on seatbelt regulations for school buses. The accident, which occurred at a problematic intersection, highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and emergency response in Taiwan.
2023/11/22 16:58
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Pedestrian refuge islands raise safety concerns in Taiwan
Explore Taiwan’s latest efforts to combat traffic accidents with pedestrian refuge islands. Despite their safety intent, these measures have sparked a debate between enhancing safety and increasing convenience, reflecting Taiwan’s ongoing struggle to improve road safety.
2023/11/16 17:34
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School bus, taxi collide, injuring 12 kids and 1 adult
A school bus collided with a taxi on Wednesday morning (July 12) at an intersection in Yilan City, injuring 11 children, one teacher, and a 5-year-old child in the taxi.
2023/07/12 16:40
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Seismic activity sends Taiwan inching toward the Philippines
Taiwan is familiar with earthquakes resulting from the collision of tectonic plates, and according to scientists, Taiwan is moving toward the Philippines.
2022/11/15 17:40