Vanuatu: 6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes off Malekula August 1

Event

A 6.3-magnitude offshore earthquake struck some 56 km (34 mi) east of Lakatoro (Malekula) early (local time) on Thursday, August 1. The quake was recorded at a depth of 179 km (111 mi). No tsunami warning, advisory, watch, or threat was immediately issued by the US Tsunami Warning System.

Aftershocks are possible in the affected region over the coming hours and days.  

Advice

Individuals in the affected area are advised to monitor the situation and be prepared for aftershocks.

In the event of aftershocks, individuals are advised to protect themselves as much as possible from falling debris if indoors (e.g. under a table), move away from windows, and not attempt to leave a building unless there is an immediate danger. If outdoors, move away from tall buildings, utility wires, and streetlights.