Massive quake rips through Taiwan: Buildings sway in panic as shelves crash down in Taipei nightmare

A powerful 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan in the evening, triggering alerts across major cities and sending shockwaves through homes, offices, and supermarkets. CCTV footage captured goods crashing from shelves as buildings swayed, reviving memories of past deadly quakes on the island. The shallow tremor was felt from Taipei to the south, raising fresh concerns in one of the world’s most quake-prone regions. While authorities rushed to assess the situation, early statements suggested limited disruption. But the visuals and history of devastation have once again put Taiwan’s seismic vulnerability in sharp focus.