In the last 24 hours, 6 countries of the world have been shaken by earthquakes. Earthquake shocks were also felt in some states of India. However, the tremors of this earthquake were much weaker than in Taiwan, Japan. The situation is very bad due to the earthquake in Taiwan, Japan, China. A 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan. The tremors were so strong that many buildings were razed to the ground. There were cracks in the middle of the road. Many bridges were also broken. Many of his videos have also gone viral on social media. In addition to Taiwan, earthquake tremors were also felt in Japan and China.
More than 50 earthquakes have been felt in these three countries since yesterday. A tsunami warning has been issued in Taiwan. Meteorologists say that the earthquake may cause heavy rains in Taiwan, Japan and China. The quake struck about 50 kilometers (30 miles) north of the city of Taitung, Taiwan. Due to this, Japan has issued a tsunami warning in the islands located near Taiwan.
Where did the earthquake occur?
According to earthquake.usgs.gov earthquake tremors have been felt in Taiwan, Japan, China, Afghanistan, Myanmar, India (Meghalaya) in the last 24 hours. The worst situation is in Taiwan. According to information so far, the tremors of the earthquake were felt 50 km north of the city at 2:44 hours (local time). According to the US Geological Survey, the epicenter was 10 km below. Its magnitude was measured at 6.9 on the Richter scale.
More than 50 earthquakes in 24 hours
More than 50 earthquakes have been felt in Taiwan and Japan in the last 24 hours. There is fear in the whole country. People are terrified. The government has asked people to move to safer areas. Relief work has also been started. Taiwan is prone to earthquakes because the island is near the junction of two tectonic plates. In addition to Taiwan, Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, Vanuatu and other Pacific islands are always at risk of earthquakes.
Know what epicenter and magnitude of an earthquake mean?
The epicenter of an earthquake is the place beneath which the earth begins to shake due to the movement of plates. The effect of earthquakes is more in this place or its surrounding areas. If an earthquake with a magnitude of 7 or more on the Richter scale occurs, the shaking is stronger within a radius of 40 km.