Powerful 7.0 Magnitude Quake Strikes Taiwan, Taipei Buildings Sway

• A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off Taiwan’s northeastern coast on Saturday, with its epicenter 32 km from Yilan city.
• Strong tremors were felt in the capital, Taipei, causing buildings to sway, and over 3,000 homes in Yilan briefly lost power.
• Taiwan’s weather agency categorized the quake as intensity four, indicating potential minor damage; assessments for damage or casualties are underway.
• This is the second major earthquake to hit Taiwan this week, following a 6.1 magnitude quake near Taitung on Wednesday.
• Taiwan is highly prone to earthquakes due to its location near tectonic plate junctions, with past quakes causing significant casualties.

Why It Matters: Taiwan, prone to quakes, hit by 7.0 magnitude tremor; assessments for damage ongoing.