Taiwan Rocked by Powerful 7.0 Magnitude Earthquake; Tremors Felt in Taipei

• A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off Taiwan's northeastern coast, with its epicenter 32 km from Yilan city at a depth of 72.8 km.
• Strong tremors were widely felt, including in the capital Taipei, leading to temporary power outages for over 3,000 homes in Yilan.
• The earthquake is categorized as Intensity Four, indicating potential for minor damage, though no major destruction or casualties were immediately reported.
• This is the second significant quake this week, following a 6.1 magnitude tremor in Taitung County that also shook Taipei.
• Taiwan, situated on tectonic plate boundaries, experiences frequent seismic activity, with past quakes causing significant casualties.

Why It Matters: Taiwan hit by 7.0 magnitude quake, causing tremors and power outages; no major damage reported yet.