A 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Vanuatu at 12:47 local time (01:47 GMT). The earthquake and subsequent aftershocks struck just of the coast of Vanuatu’s capital city, Port Vila.
There are widespread reports of damage, including to the United States Embassy, the British High Commission, the French Embassy, and the New Zealand High Commission. There are reports of deaths and injuries with the full extent of the impact still developing.
Our thoughts are with all those affected by this event.
