Taiwan earthquake death toll rises to 7, hundreds injured

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A 7.2-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Taiwan killed at least 7 people, injured 711 and caused serious damage in Hualien County, and 127 aftershocks hit the island.

The death toll from a strong earthquake off the coast of Taiwan has risen to seven, Focus Taiwan reports, citing authorities, UNN reports.

Details

According to central and local officials, as of 15:00 local time in Taiwan, the death toll from Wednesday's earthquake has risen to at least seven people, and 711 people have been injured.

Addendum

An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.2 occurred off the east coast of Taiwan. The entire island was shaken violently, with serious damage reported in Hualien County.

According to the Taiwan Central Meteorological Administration, a total of 127 aftershocks hit Taiwan after the 7.2-magnitude earthquake off the island's coast.

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