Twin earthquakes strike waters near Vanuatu

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 05:02 · Archive

A magnitude 7.2 earthquake and a second 6.9 magnitude quake struck waters near Vanuatu with no immediate reports of damage.

Two powerful earthquakes have struck waters near Vanuatu. A magnitude 7.2 quake hit about 200km west of Sola in northern Vanuatu, whilst a second magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck around 197km west-northwest of Port Olry. Both quakes occurred at a depth of 10km, according to the United States Geological Survey.

There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties from either earthquake. Vanuatu is located in a seismically active region where earthquakes occur due to the movement of tectonic plates. The islands experienced a significant earthquake in 2024, when a 7.3 magnitude quake killed at least 14 people and injured hundreds.

How it is being reported

• Powerful twin earthquakes strike waters near VanuatuA powerful earthquake measuring 7.2 in magnitude has been reported near Vanuatu.The West Australian · 24 Oct, 04:25
• Powerful twin earthquakes strike waters near VanuatuA powerful earthquake measuring 7.2 in magnitude has been reported near Vanuatu.Perth Now · 24 Oct, 04:25

In this story: Vanuatu · Sola · Port Olry · United States Geological Survey

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