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Earthquake causes major damage to capital of Vanuatu

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Nita Blake-Persen
December 17, 2024

A powerful earthquake has hit the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu, smashing buildings in the capital Port Vila. The quake had a magnitude of 7.3 and struck around 30 kilometers off the coast of Vanuatu's main island. At least one person was killed.

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