Earthquake today: Magnitude 7.2 quake strikes waters near Vanuatu; triggers tsunami warning
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck waters near Vanuatu, prompting a tsunami warning for areas within 300 km of the epicenter. The quake, later revised to 6.9, was centered about 200 kilometers northwest of Port-Olry, with reports of aftershocks. Residents were advised to evacuate to higher ground, as the Geological Hazards Department urged safety measures.