2018 Hualien earthquake, Earthquake in Taiwan
The 2018 Hualien earthquake was a magnitude 6.4 event that struck the coast of Taiwan.
On February 6, 2018, the earthquake caused significant damage and numerous casualties.
It highlighted the resilience and unity of the Taiwanese people during the recovery efforts.
Tourists are advised to follow local seismic safety guidelines when visiting the area.
The earthquake resulted in a rare phenomenon called 'earthquake lights' visible during the event.
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