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

Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila, was left without water following a destructive magnitude 7.3 earthquake that caused widespread devastation, resulting in at least 14 confirmed deaths and numerous injuries. Rescue efforts continued as people remained trapped in collapsed buildings, with telecommunications severely impacted. The earthquake, centered west of Port Vila, led to damaged infrastructure, including hospitals and water reservoirs, posing significant challenges for aid distribution and recovery efforts in the country heavily reliant on agriculture and tourism.

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