Two earthquakes and two cyclones have hit the Pacific nation in as many days. Read more at straitstimes.com.
POR VILA, Vanuatu - The Pacific nation of Vanuatu was under a state of emergency on Friday, after two earthquakes and two cyclones hit in as many days.
Authorities have reported no casualties from Cyclone Judy, which tore off roofs, flooded roads and uprooted countless trees. “They told me they didn’t sleep well as the earthquake hit when they were already awake from the cyclone.” As Cyclone Kevin edged closer to Port Vila, packing winds of 130 kph, Prime Minister Ishmael Kalsakau announced a state of emergency.
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