Four dead, dozens injured in most powerful Taiwan quake in 25 years

A damaged building in Hualien, after a major earthquake hit Taiwan's east. - CNA via AFP

TAIPEI: At least four people were killed and nearly 60 injured Wednesday (April 3) by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines before being lifted.

Officials said the quake was the strongest to shake the island in decades, and warned of more tremors in the days ahead.