Taiwan Earthquake: The first wave of tsunami caused by the powerful earthquake in Taiwan has hit the southern islands of Japan. AP report has given this news quoting Japanese officials. The land of Taiwan was shaken by strong earthquake today. Its intensity was measured at 7.2 on the Richter scale. Due to the intensity of the earthquake, a tsunami wave arose in the sea and it has engulfed two islands of southern Japan.
The intensity of the earthquake can be gauged from the fact that many buildings were piled up like a pack of cards. There is a possibility of huge devastation due to this earthquake in Taiwan. Train services have been suspended across the country. Due to the earthquake, electricity supply has been disrupted in many cities. However, there is no news of any casualty due to the earthquake yet.
There are reports of damage to many historical heritages due to the earthquake. After the earthquake in Taiwan, government offices and schools have been given the option to close work. Japan’s largest airlines have suspended flights to Okinawa and Kogoshima areas.
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