A magnitude 7.3 earthquake hit the capital of Vanuatu, resulting in six reported deaths and significant damage to buildings and cars. The earthquake struck less than 20 miles west of Port Vila, causing buildings to collapse and vehicles to be crushed. Two main water reservoirs were also damaged in the disaster. Vanuatu is located in one of the most seismically active areas in the world, with at least 24 earthquakes of magnitude 7 or larger occurring within 155 miles of the recent earthquake in the past century. Local hospitals set up triage tents outside to manage the influx of patients seeking treatment. The earthquake also affected a local hospital in Port Vila. This incident highlights the vulnerability of the region to earthquakes due to its location. For more information, you can connect with the reporter on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and TikTok or contact her via email.
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Pacific nation experiences 7.3 magnitude earthquake
