Rescuers are tirelessly working to locate dozens of individuals still unaccounted for following a powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake that struck Taiwan. The natural disaster has tragically claimed the lives of at least 12 people and left over 1,000 individuals injured.
The earthquake hit the sparsely populated eastern county of Hualien, causing chaos and destruction. The rugged terrain and inclement weather have posed significant challenges to rescue efforts, with the risk of rockfalls and landslides remaining a constant threat.
