6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan

An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 hit Taiwan on Monday night. There have been no speedy experiences of great injury or accidents. The earthquake was centered at a depth of 28.7 km beneath the ocean east of Hualien metropolis on the island’s east coast. (Image for Representation/ Reuters)A robust earthquake struck Taiwan on Monday night, shaking buildings within the capital and throughout a lot of the northern a part of the island. There have been no speedy experiences of great injury or accidents.

The US Geological Survey stated the quake measured magnitude 6.2 and was centered at a depth of 28.7 kilometers (18 miles) beneath the ocean east of Hualien metropolis on the island’s east coast.Walls creaked as workplace buildings shook in Taipei, the capital. Lights swayed and mirrors and photos fell to the ground.The USGS stated financial losses have been anticipated to be low regardless of the robust shaking.ALSO READ: Sudan’s PM broadcasts resignation amid political deadlockALSO READ: Thousands flee as floods worsen in MalaysiaClick right here for IndiaToday.in’s full protection of the coronavirus pandemic.