Strong earthquake not seen in 25 years in Taiwan: Tsunami warning after the earthquake

Taiwan was struck by its strongest earthquake in 25 years Wednesday, killing at least seven and injuring hundreds of others. The severity of the injuries remains unclear as of now.

The city of Hualien on the east coast of Taiwan appeared to sustain significant damage. The city was near the epicenter of the earthquake.

The powerful 7.4 magnitude tremor shook the island’s east coast, hitting at 7:58 a.m. local time 18 kilometers (11 miles) south of Hualien city and at a depth of 34.8 kilometers (21 miles), according to the US Geological Survey.

Rescue operation for the people trapped in highway tunnels are in progress. Tremor was followed by several strong aftershocks with tremors felt across the island, including the capital Taipei.

Taiwan’s National Fire Agency (NFA) said at least seven people were killed, 736 injured and 77 others remain trapped in road tunnels following the quake.

7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan, rocking the whole island and even causing several buildings to collapse. The earthquake triggered a tsunami warning of up to 10 feet from Japan.