US Geological Survey

Deadly 7.4 Earthquake, over 800 Injured, Death Toll Growing

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A powerful earthquake struck Taiwan early Wednesday, resulting in nine fatalities and injuring hundreds. The quake, which had its epicenter in the mountainous and sparsely populated eastern county of Hualien, also led to the collapse of numerous buildings, particularly in the southern city of Hualien. The tremor triggered a brief tsunami warning for southern Japanese islands. The Taiwanese fire department confirmed the death toll, adding that over 800 people were injured in the incident. Authorities …

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7.2 Earthquake Kills at Least 632 People

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Late Friday, a devastating earthquake rocked the High Atlas mountains of Morocco, resulting in the deaths of at least 632 individuals and causing significant damage to buildings. The Interior Ministry reported that the preliminary death toll also included 153 injured individuals. The majority of the fatalities occurred in hard-to-reach mountain regions, according to a local official. The tremor was felt strongly in Marrakech, the closest major city to the quake’s epicenter. Residents reported collapsed buildings …

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