7.7 Magnitude Earthquake in the Pacific Ocean: Tsunami Warning Issued

This morning, May 19, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck near the coast of New Caledonia, prompting a tsunami threat. This information comes from Interfax.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the epicenter of the earthquake is located southwest of Fiji, north of New Zealand, and east of Australia.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center believes that waves up to 3 meters high could be possible in Vanuatu, while wave heights of up to 1 meter are anticipated in Fiji, New Caledonia, Kiribati, and New Zealand.

The New Zealand National Emergency Management Agency is currently assessing the likelihood of tsunami formation.