Earthquake hits Vanuatu's capital, causing damage, at least one death, and disrupting air travel.

A 7.3-magnitude earthquake hit Vanuatu's capital, Port Vila, causing significant damage and at least one death. Multiple airlines, including Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Fiji Airways, have cancelled or diverted flights due to potential airport damage. Qantas diverted a flight to New Caledonia, Jetstar and Virgin paused flights, and Fiji Airways turned a flight around mid-air due to communication issues.

December 17, 2024
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