At 12:47:26 VUT on 17 December 2024, a Mw 7.3 earthquake struck near Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu. At least 14 people died while 265 others were injured. Extensive damage occurred in Port Vila and surrounding areas. The earthquake also generated a 25 cm (10 in) tsunami. Magnitude 7.3 (mww), 54 km deep, 24 km WNW of Port-Vila, Vanuatu — 17.69°S, 168.08°E. December 17, 2024 at 01:47 UTC. Deaths: 12 (Wikidata). Tsunami: USGS flags this quake as having caused one, or the potential for one. Felt reports to USGS: 77. Wiki link https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us7000nzf3 Data: US Geological Survey (public domain).