After a 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolted the entire island of Taiwan, India on Wednesday issued advisory for its citizens in Taiwan. The India Taipei Association also shared helpline numbers for Indians in need.
India Taipei Association posted on X, saying, "In view of the earthquake striking off the coast of eastern Taiwan during the early hours of Wednesday, 03 April 2024, the following emergency helpline has been setup by India Taipei Association for assistance, guidance, or clarification to all Indian nationals living in Taiwan: Mobile: 0905247906; Email: ad.ita@mea.gov.in."
"All Indian nationals are further requested to follow advisories issued by the local authorities," the advisory issued by the association stated, "ITA also requests Indian nationals in Taiwan to share this advisory through their local networks for wider circulation."
Reports said that the tsunami threat triggered by the massive temblor has largely passed.
One person died in the earthquake in Taiwan after being crushed by falling rocks in the mountainous Hualien county while more than 50 others were also injured, reported Reuters. At least 26 buildings have collapsed, mainly in Hualien, and 20 people are feared trapped in debris.
