Taiwan rocked by most powerful earthquake in 25 years.

Dozens of buildings collapsed in Taiwan's eastern city of Hualien.

Deadly earthquake topples buildings in Taiwan.

Rescue efforts are under way in Taiwan after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the island's eastern coast, killing at least nine and injuring more than 800.

Some 127 people are trapped in collapsed tunnels and on mountainous roads along the rugged coastline.

The epicentre was 18km (11 miles) south of Hualien city, but strong tremors were felt all the way in the capital Taipei, more than 100km away.

Deadly earthquake topples buildings in Taiwan.

Taiwan rocked by most powerful earthquake in 25 years. Dozens of buildings collapsed in Taiwan's eastern city of Hualien.