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5.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Taipei, shaking buildings

16-1-2018 < RT 56 88 words
 





A 5.7 magnitude earthquake has rocked Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, according to the Central Meteorological Bureau. Local witnesses reported a slight rocking of buildings in the city.



The quake’s epicenter was nearly 12km north of Taipei City Hall, at a depth of 140km. 


The tremors were reportedly felt in Taipei City, New Taipei City, and Yilan County.



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