A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck Port Vila, Vanuatu’s capital, on Tuesday, causing widespread destruction.
The tremor has claimed at least one life, and many others have been injured as buildings collapsed throughout the city.
Emergency responders are working around the clock to assist the injured, though landslides have obstructed key roads, including the route to the international shipping terminal.
Several foreign embassies, including those of the U.S., New Zealand, and the U.K., are also reported to have suffered substantial damage.
Power and communication outages have complicated rescue efforts, making it difficult to fully assess the scope of the disaster. Aftershocks have been reported, adding to the uncertainty and urging residents to remain cautious.
Authorities are continuing their efforts to manage the crisis and provide assistance to those affected.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila, has left 14 dead and hundreds injured. With over 116,000 people affected, rescue operations are ongoing, and authorities fear the death toll will continue to rise.
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