4 killed in earthquake in Taiwan

At least four people have been killed in the 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan. Over 50 people were also injured in the tremor, reports reuters.

At least 26 buildings have collapsed, more than half in Hualien, with about 20 people trapped and rescue work on-going.

Taiwan television stations showed footage of buildings at precarious angles in Hualien, where the quake struck just offshore around 8am (0000GMT) as people were going to work and school.

The quake had a depth of 15.5km (9.6 miles), according to Taiwan's Central Weather Administration._Agencies.