Major temblor shakes buildings, triggers tsunami warnings
A powerful earthquake struck Taiwan today, the strongest to hit the island in a quarter-century. The 7.7 magnitude quake [according to Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA)] shook buildings off their foundations and caused landslides in the eastern part of the island. Aftershocks were felt throughout Taiwan, including the capital Taipei.
**Tsunami warnings issued**
Taiwanese authorities issued tsunami warnings for coastal areas, urging residents to stay vigilant. The JMA warned of possible 3-meter waves along the coasts of Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines.
**Most powerful earthquake since 1999**
The earthquake is the strongest to hit Taiwan since the devastating 1999 Jiji quake, which claimed over 2,400 lives. Officials are evaluating the damage and potential casualties from today's event.
**Stay informed**
For more information on the Taiwan earthquake, you can refer to news outlets or search for videos on YouTube: youtube.com.
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