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Taiwan earthquake: At least seven dead and hundreds injured after 7.4 magnitude strike


Taiwan has been struck by its most powerful earthquake in 25 years, killing at least seven people.

Officials said 711 people have also been injured after the 7.4 magnitude quake struck the eastern coast of the island, in Hualien, on Wednesday.

Buildings in the capital, Taipei, and surrounding areas shook violently and it is feared dozens of people are still trapped under rubble.

Japan and China have offered assistance to Taiwan.

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