Overview

• The earthquake's epicenter was 83 kilometers northwest of Port Vila at a depth of 29 kilometers.
• US Geological Survey issued a Green alert, indicating low likelihood of casualties or significant damage.
• The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed no tsunami risk from the quake.
• Vanuatu, located on the Pacific 'Ring of Fire,' frequently experiences seismic activity.
• Previous quakes in the region have caused secondary hazards like landslides.