Wednesday | December 27, 2006

Eathquake!

So, before I get too far, NO WORRIES - everyone in Taiwan is 100% safe and sound. The only damage is to some buildings a few hours south of me and communication lines bound for China, Japan, and Hong Kong. 2 eathquakes happened last night (both between 6.7 and 7.1 on the Richter scale) and one this morning...I honestly had no clue what was happening. I was outside with some friends and I suddenly couldn't walk very easily. And I looked up at the buildings to see them swaying. My apartment with my host family is on the 12th floor...I'm happy I wasn't there! One was around 8:20 pm and my friends predicted that there would be another around 8:30pm - they were right! There was also a bit of an aftershock in the middle of the night and early this morning.

That's my story - off to do some homework and meet up with a few Rotarians!

Warmly,

Lauren

Posted by Lauren at 06:06:05 | Permanent Link | Comments (2) |
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1 - I'm glad to know that you're alright. Happy New Year to you and your host family, and your friends. (Comment this)

Written by: Ching at 2007/01/03 - 15:26:18
2 - Lauren!

I'm so relieved that you are safe and sound. I remember when I lived in California, we had a huge earthquake. It was one of the scariest, most exiting parts of my childhood. I am glad that you are having such a great experience and making good friends! Love you, and happy new year! (Comment this)

Written by: Caitlin Heimerl at 2007/01/03 - 20:43:12
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