Major Pacific Quake Triggers Tsunami Warnings, Limited Damage

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake occurred southeast of the Loyalty Islands in New Caledonia on May 19, 2023.
The earthquake triggered tsunami warnings for Vanuatu, Fiji, Kiribati, and parts of New Zealand, though waves were smaller than initially forecast.
Hazardous waves up to 3 meters were possible for Vanuatu, while smaller waves were expected for other areas, though little damage was reported.
The tsunami threat was still being assessed for parts of New Zealand, though waves were expected to be minimal.
The earthquake was detected at a depth of 37 kilometers and struck around 2 p.m. local time.