The South Pacific nation of Vanuatu is grappling with devastation after a magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck near its capital, Port Vila, on Tuesday. With supermarkets closed and infrastructure crippled, residents are relying on a handful of Chinese-owned stores for essentials like water and biscuits . Electricity remains limited to the city center, while rescue teams work tirelessly to free those trapped under rubble.
The quake has claimed at least 14 lives, including two Chinese nationals, as confirmed by Chinese Ambassador to Vanuatu Li Minggang. Hundreds are injured, and recovery efforts face challenges as aftershocks rattle the region. โWe stand with Vanuatu during this crisis,โ Ambassador Li stated, underscoring global solidarity.
Local authorities prioritize restoring utilities, but the road to recovery looks steep. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
. Electricity remains limited to the city center, while rescue teams work tirelessly to free those trapped under rubble.
