7.2 magnitude quake strikes off east cost of Taiwan, tsunami warning issued
A powerful earthquake hit about 50 kilometers north of the city of Taitung at 2:44 pm (0644 GMT) on Sunday.
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The US authorities have issued a tsunami warning after a magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck off the east coast of Taiwan, with initial reports of shaking felt in Taipei.
The epicenter of the earthquake was at a depth of 10 kilometers, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said.
According to initial reports, in some places, houses have collapsed and debris has fallen on the railway tracks, disrupting train traffic.
Although the exact details of the dead or injured are not yet available, there will likely be a high number of casualties. (ILKHA)
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