A devastating magnitude-7.3 earthquake rocked Vanuatu’s South Pacific islands last Sunday, collapsing homes and triggering landslides. 🏚️💥 John Regenvanu, a local government official, told CGTN the disaster has claimed at least 14 lives—including two Chinese nationals—and injured over 200. 'This is one of the worst quakes we’ve seen in decades,' he said, describing scenes of chaos as hospitals overflowed with survivors.
Power outages, contaminated water supplies, and damaged roads have slowed rescue efforts, but international aid teams are now en route to assist the archipelago nation. 🌊💡 Regenvanu emphasized that restoring clean water and electricity remains the top priority for authorities.
With social media flooded with #PrayForVanuatu posts, global solidarity is rising. 🔄 The island’s resilience is being tested, but as one volunteer tweeted: 'Small nations, big hearts.' ❤️🌴
