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6.4 Magnitude Quake Hits Taiwan, At Least 2 Dead

The earthquake struck the island late Tuesday night and aftershocks continue to shake up the city of Hualien. Meanwhile, rescue workers strive to save people from collapsed buildings.

A series of earthquakes is rocking Taiwan, leaving two dead and more than 100 injured, according to the Associated Press, which cites Taiwan's Premier William Lai.

The temblors started late Tuesday night, toppling buildings, destroying one bridge, and buckling paved streets along the island's

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