Significant M6.3 Quake Occurs Off the Coast of Vanuatu, Tsunami Warning Not Issued

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A notable, shallow earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 occurred approximately 200 kilometers northwest of Port-Olry, Vanuatu, at 04:20 UTC on October 20, as reported by the USGS and EMSC. The USGS indicated a depth of 16 kilometers, while EMSC measured it at 5 kilometers. The US Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed there is no tsunami risk. This event marks the second earthquake of magnitude 6 or higher in the region within a span of two days, following an M6.0 quake on October 19. The USGS assigned a green PAGER rating, suggesting a minimal chance of significant damage. Disclosure: This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.

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00:00A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck off Vanuatu this morning.

00:03The USGS and EMSE reported,

00:06It is the second quake of magnitude 6, or stronger there, in two days.

00:10The epicenter was about 200 kilometers northwest of Port Ulri.

00:14The USGS put the depth at just 16 kilometers, a shallow quake.

00:18There is no tsunami threat from this earthquake,

00:21the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said.

00:23On October 19, an M6.0 quake hit the same area.

00:27The USGS gave the quake a green pager rating,

00:30its lowest level for expected losses.

00:33Many buildings in the region are vulnerable to shaking, the watchers reported.

00:37Recent quakes in the area have also triggered landslides.

00:41Port Vila, the capital, lies about 510 kilometers to the southeast.

00:46Scientists are watching closely as quakes continue off Vanuatu.

00:50Disclosure.

00:51This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.

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