
Strong earthquake off Vanuatu coast, no damage reported
The US Geological Survey said the epicentre was about 50 kilometres (31 miles) west of the village of Port Olry, on the island of Espiritu Santo.
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The US Geological Survey said the epicentre was about 50 kilometres (31 miles) west of the village of Port Olry, on the island of Espiritu Santo.
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