Indonesia provides emergency assistance to earthquake-hit Vanuatu

JAKARTA, Dec. 28 (Xinhua) -- The Indonesian government has provided emergency assistance to quake-stricken Vanuatu to help the nation carry out emergency relief efforts following the 7.3-magnitude quake on Dec. 17 that killed a dozen people and...

Indonesia ready to assist Vanuatu earthquake victims, says Prabowo

Jakarta (ANTARA) - President Prabowo Subianto has announced Indonesia's readiness to assist those affected by the recent earthquake in Vanuatu, according to Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno. Expressing solidarity...

Cyclone warning for Vanuatu as rescuers dig for survivors of earthquake

Vanuatu is at risk of landslides caused by severe weather following a deadly magnitude-7.4 earthquake, as the nation's weather bureau warns a low pressure system will bring rainfall early next week. The Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards...

Indonesia sends humanitarian aid weighing 50.5 tons to Vanuatu

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian Government sent two aircraft carrying aid weighing 50.5 tons to Vanuatu, which recently bore the brunt of an earthquake. Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno, Health Minister Budi...

Aid for Vanuatu reflects RI's quick disaster response: minister

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The dispatch of humanitarian aid to support the handling of the earthquake in Vanuatu is an example of the Indonesian government's rapid response to requests for such assistance from other countries, Foreign Affairs Minister...

Fears Vanuatu health system could be overwhelmed as disease risks rise after quake

Vanuatu’s public health system risks being overwhelmed amid mounting waterborne disease, aid agencies have said, as a lack of clean water and patchy telecommunications service complicated rescue operations after Tuesday’s powerful 7.3 magnitude...

Rescuers dig for survivors of Vanuatu earthquake with no water and unclear death toll

WELLINGTON – Vanuatu's capital was without water on Wednesday, a day after reservoirs were destroyed by a violent magnitude 7.3 earthquake that wrought havoc on the South Pacific island nation, with the number of people killed and injured expected...

Stanthorpe cricket team donates thousands to Vanuatu earthquake victims

By Elly Bradfield and Rachel Day, ABC A cricket team made up of workers from Vanuatu has played through their grief after a devastating earthquake in their homeland to raise money for their communities. At least 14 people were killed when the...

PMA Deploys PACMAT Mental Health Team To Vanuatu Following 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake

PACMAT team (Photo/Supplied) The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Medical Assistance Team (PACMAT) has been deployed to Vanuatu in response to the devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake that struck Port Vila on 17 December 2024. Supported by the...

World News | Rescuers Dig for Survivors of Vanuatu Earthquake That Killed 14 People, Injured More Than 200

Wellington, Dec 18 (AP) A magnitude 7.3 earthquake that struck off Vanuatu killed at least 14 people, injured hundreds more and caused widespread damage across the South Pacific island nation, officials said Wednesday, with the figure expected to...

China Sends Emergency Aid to Vanuatu Following Devastating Earthquake

Chinese Ambassador Li Minggang personally visited the families of Chinese nationals who lost their lives in the disaster, extending condolences and assurances of continued support during this challenging period. Emergency relief supplies with...

Post-Disaster, Chinese Aid Trails Other Donors in Vanuatu

In mid-December, a 7.3-magnitude earthquake and a series of powerful aftershocks collapsed buildings and triggered mudslides around Port Vila, killing at least 14 and injuring hundreds. Occurring at the start of a much-needed tourist season, the...

Rescuers dig for survivors of Vanuatu earthquake with no water, unclear death toll

Open this photo in gallery:Rubble lies around a collapsed building after a strong earthquake in Port Vila, Vanuatu, on Dec. 17.Mike Thompson/Reuters Vanuatu’s capital was without water on Wednesday, a day after reservoirs were destroyed by a...

ACOM welcomes donations to support Vanuatu

The Anglican Church of Melanesia (ACOM) is facilitating a two day appeal for freewill donations from the public to support victims of the Vanuatu earthquake. Donations are welcomed as of today, Thursday until tomorrow, Friday. In a statement this...

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Casualty figures expected to rise after Vanuatu earthquake

Casualty figures from the earthquake which hit Vanuatu are expected with damage expected to hamper aid efforts. At least 14 people died following Tuesday’s magnitude 7.3 earthquake, which caused widespread damage and injured hundreds of people...

LIVE: Dual earthquakes hit Vanuatu causing massive damage; all flights grounded + latest advice

Wednesday 18 December Widespread damage to infrastructure, buildings and roads has been reported, including a multistory structure housing the embassies of the United States, United Kingdom, France, and New Zealand, which suffered partial...

Devastating scenes in quake-hit Vanuatu

Vanuatu’s main hospital is “struggling to cope” in the wake of a devastating earthquake that struck the country yesterday, flattening buildings and severing vital water, power and communications links. A mammoth 7.3 magnitude quake rocked Vanuatu...

Clean-up efforts continue across Vanuatu after devastating earthquake

As Vanuatu continues to grapple with the aftermath of a devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake, the local community is coming together to rebuild and recover. Vanuatu Tourism Office Chief Executive Adela Issachar Aru joined Sky News Australia to...

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The Hamas attacks took place on Israeli soil, but the “unprecedented invasion” has impacted families around the world, including the Pacific. The Islamist militant group launched a surprise military operation against Israel last weekend, killing...