By Ranjan Bhaduri
Dec.20, (THAINDIAN NEWS) Some parts of Taiwan were hit by a severe Earthquake on Saturday. Local TV channels showed footages of the damages caused by the calamity. U.S. Geological Survey found out the magnitude of the quake was around 6.4. There was an aftershock that had the magnitude of 4.8. Taiwan is located in a quake prone region. 10 years back, the place was hit by one of its worst quakes. It had a magnitude of 7.6 and took the life of 2,400 people as per the record. However, the recent quake is not likely to bring a Tsunami- the geologists have said. The after effect of the situation can be ascertained only after some days.

The tremor was felt quite well by the residents and those living in high rises could feel the floors shaking beneath their feet. Four people got injured after debris fell on them but no casualty has been reported so far. As a result of the quake, rail services were suspended in Taiwan. As one can expect, the quake created panic among the residents and worried relatives started calling up others.

The buildings started shaking and those inside, could feel the tremors for quite some time. Minor property damage was reported from some places, including a hotel. However, none of the reports were alarming enough.

There have been many instances of quakes in Taiwan but none of them were as dangerous as the one that hit the place in 1999. To cope with the quakes and tremors, the weather department in Taiwan uses sophisticated equipment that can sense such events some time in advance.