Turtle Island to change name after Taiwan earthquake

Published April 3rd, 2024 - 09:45 GMT
Turtle Island
Turtle Island. (Shutterstock)

ALBAWABA - A powerful earthquake struck Taiwan on Wednesday leaving over 700 people injured and at least 7 dead. The quake caused particle collapse in Turtle Island.

A video spread online showing part of the famous Turtle Island falls into the water after the 7.5-magnitude earthquake, which is the strongest in 25 years. 

The famous Turtle Island was named according to its shape which looks like a turtle from the sky, following the quake many took to social media to claim that the authorities would have to rename it after the partial collapse. 

Nonetheless, another clip was posted online where social media users said that a portion of Guishan Island, also referred to as "Turtle Island," has reportedly become "separated" due to earthquakes in Taiwan.

Many social media users posted online mockingly saying that Turtle Island would have to be renamed after its shape totally changed after the strong earthquake. 

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