Preliminary magnitude 7.3 earthquake strikes near Vanuatu in South Pacific Ocean
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Key Points:
- A preliminary magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck near Vanuatu in the South Pacific Ocean on Monday, according to officials.
- The United States Geological Survey reported the quake occurred at a depth of approximately 115 kilometers (70 miles).
- The epicenter was located about 35 kilometers (22 miles) northeast of Luganville, Vanuatu.
- There were no immediate reports of damage or tsunami waves following the earthquake.
- The U.S. tsunami warning center confirmed no tsunami warnings, advisories, watches, or threats were issued in connection with the quake.
