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flag Here’s Why Taiwan Is So Exposed to Earthquakes.

flag Taiwan, located along the Pacific "Ring of Fire," is exposed to earthquakes due to the tectonic interactions between the Philippine Sea Plate and the Eurasian Plate. flag This region is particularly vulnerable to seismic activity, resulting in numerous earthquakes. flag Despite its exposure, Taiwan has developed excellent earthquake preparedness, which has helped limit the damage and casualties caused by these events. flag Building codes and advance warning systems have been implemented to mitigate the impact of earthquakes, making Taiwan one of the most earthquake-prepared countries in the world.

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