VOICED : Servicios de rescate buscan supervivientes del sismo en Taiwan

A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck Hualien, Taiwan, causing significant damage and casualties. Rescue teams are working to find survivors in a collapsed 12-story building, despite ongoing aftershocks. The disaster resulted in 10 deaths, including three Chinese citizens, and left 62 people missing. Over 250 were injured. Taiwan, located at the junction of two tectonic plates, frequently experiences earthquakes.

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Taiwan?

• 5.7

• 6.4

• 7.1

• 8.0

What was the main challenge faced by rescuers in the damaged building?

• Weather conditions

• Communication issues

• Threat of aftershocks

• Lack of equipment

How many people were reported missing in the tower?

• 47

• 62

• 10

• 3

Which nationality were some of the victims of the earthquake?

• American

• Chinese

• Japanese

• Korean

Why is Taiwan prone to earthquakes?

• It is an island

• It has a high population density

• It is located on a fault line

• It is near a volcano