19 Feb 2021 | 04:07 AM UTC
Wallis and Futuna: Magnitude-5.0 earthquake strikes offshore of Wallis and Futuna Feb. 19
Magnitude-5.0 earthquake strikes offshore of Wallis and Futuna at 1610 Feb. 19. No immediate reports of damage. No tsunami warning issued.
Event
A magnitude-5.0 earthquake struck in the Pacific Ocean between Wallis and Futuna islands around 1610 Feb. 19. The epicenter was about 119 km (74 miles) south-southwest of Matu-Utu, Wallis and Futuna. The quake struck at a depth of 10 km (6 miles) and may have produced weak-to-light shaking in Wallis and Futuna. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties resulting from the shaking; severe damage is unlikely. Aftershocks are possible. Officials did not issue a tsunami warning for the event.
Authorities may temporarily shut down transportation networks in the tremor zone to check for damage, triggering transport disruptions; service will likely resume quickly if authorities do not find damage.
Advice
Out of an abundance of caution, vacate multistoried buildings or unreinforced structures in areas where shaking occurred. Confirm travel plans due to the potential for temporary disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected area.
