Taiwan Island was hit by a strong earthquack of magnitude of 7.5, on Wednesday. Doing severe damage to life and property. The epoicenter of explosion probably was 11 kilomiters south of Hualien.

1. Taiwan's entire island is rocked by a strong
earthquake
A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shook Taiwan's eastern
coast on Wednesday. The epicentre of the explosion, according to
accounts, was roughly 11 kilometres south of Hualien.
A strong earthquake off the coast of Taiwan early on Wednesday
caused concerns throughout the area, including a serious tsunami
warning for Japan's Okinawa, serving as a stark reminder of
nature's erratic wrath. Buildings collapsed as a result of the seismic
event, which shook the entire island of Taiwan and was felt most
acutely in Taipei, the capital.
The US Geological Survey estimated that the earthquake was of a
magnitude of 7.5; however Taiwan's seismic monitoring agency
first recorded a value of 7.2.
Emergency for the earthquake in Taiwan
Authorities issued emergency alerts following the earthquake,
cautioning of possible tsunamis that might impact Taiwan and the
neighbouring areas. "Taiwan may be affected by a tsunami that is
caused by the earthquake. “People in coastal areas are reminded
to be vigilant and cautious as a tsunami warning is issued," the
emergency message said, recommending prompt action when
needed.
Notwithstanding the small disparity, the effects were profound
and quick, especially in Hualien on the eastern shore, where
structures were observed to be badly damaged and separated
from their foundations.
One official from Taipei Seismology reported that the earthquake
in Taiwan was the "strongest in 25 years. At 7:58 a.m., an
earthquake occurred that resulted in considerable structural
damage as well as a number of aftershocks.
Later, the US Geological Survey changed the magnitude to 7.4,
emphasizing how intense the event was. These significant
aftershocks were felt by AFP reporters on the island, highlighting
the seismic activity's extensive impact.

2. Earthquakes rocks Taiwan bridge trembling,
buildings collapsing
Following two massive 7.5-magnitude Earthquakes that triggered
tsunami warnings, numerous buildings have collapsed. Moments
after the initial one, which had a magnitude of 7.5, there was an
aftershock with a magnitude of 7.4.
A five-story structure in the sparsely populated Hualien appeared
seriously damaged, the upper floors tilting at a 45-degree angle
and the first floor collapsing. In Taipei, the capital, tiles fell apart
from older buildings and some of the newer office complexes.
The tremors continued to rattle the island. Shortly after it
happened, a lot of individuals posted pictures of the devastation
the tragedy caused on social media. One video showed a violently
swaying bridge, while another showed a structure collapsing.
ANI posted those terrifying "Visuals from Beibin Street, Hualien
City, Hualien County, and eastern Taiwan" on X. People can be
seen in the footage rushing in the direction of a partially collapsed
structure. There is debris everywhere in the vicinity of the building.
After a 7.2 earthquake shakes Taiwan, Japan
detects the first tsunami wave
The Japan Meteorological Agency reports that a tsunami wave of
thirty centimetres, or about one foot, was seen off the Coast of
Yonaguni Island around fifteen minutes after the earthquake.
Waves probably also hit the beaches of Yaeyama and Miyako
islands, according to JAMA.
The Self Defence Force of Japan dispatched planes to collect
information about the tsunami's effects in the Okinawa area. And
to be ready to receive evacuees in case they needed to be taken
in.
While Taiwan's earthquake monitoring organization reported a
value of 7.2, the U.S. Geological Survey reported a magnitude of
7.4. At 7:58 a.m., it struck approximately 18 kilometres southwest
of Hualien at a depth of about 35 kilometre’s (21 miles).

3. The effects were felt as far away as Kinmen, an island ruled by
Taiwan off the coast of China, according to Wu Chien-fu, the
director of Taiwan's earthquake monitoring office. An hour after
the original earthquake, Taipei was hit by numerous aftershocks.