Morbidity Following Chi-Chi Earthquake in Taiwan

Abstract

Result: There were 2,347 deaths and 11,305 persons were injured in this disaster. Based on the summary of deaths in the stricken areas, Taichung had highest number of deaths (1,777) followed by Nantou (824) and Taipei (132). The epicenter was located, within Nantou county whereas Taichung had the highest number of death. Total economic loss from this