Two Powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake Hit Taiwan in 5 minutes and other five quakes in nine minutes

Taiwan’s Shoufeng Township, Hualien County, was struck with Two Powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake in 5 minutesf and five earthquakes within 9 minutes on Monday, Central News Agency Focus Taiwan reported.

Earlier todat, Taiwan’s capital was shaken by a “strong” earthquake with the Central Weather Administration saying it was a magnitude-5.5 tremor originating in eastern Hualien.

???? #BREAKING ???? Taiwan just experienced a powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake near Hualien City. Stay safe and alert! #TaiwanEarthquake #Taiwan pic.twitter.com/Lfi9zxx5SJ

— WorldNews (@FirstWorldNewss) April 22, 2024

The region was the epicentre of a magnitude-7.4 quake that hit on April 3, causing landslides around the mountainous region that blocked off roads, while buildings in the main Hualien city were badly damaged.

At least 17 were killed in the quake, with the latest body discovered on April 13 in a quarry