A preliminary magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off the coast of Vanuatu on Saturday, according to data provided by the U.S. Geological Survey. The seismic event, which occurred in the South Pacific, was centered 197 kilometers (122 miles) west-northwest of Port Olry at a depth of 10 km (6 miles).
The earthquake occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. local time and initially triggered a tsunami warning for the region. Authorities have since rescinded the warning. Following the main tremor, several aftershocks were recorded in the area, including a preliminary magnitude 6.3 earthquake, according to the USGS.
There have been no immediate reports of damage resulting from the seismic activity.
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