A tsunami warning has been issued in Tonga following the 7.1 magnitude earthquake - the US Geological Survey said it hit around 62 miles northeast of the main island

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A HUGE 7.1-magnitude earthquake has hit near Tonga and prompted a tsunami warning. The US Geological Survey said the temblor hit about 62 miles northeast of the main island in the early morning

It subsequently revised the assessment, saying “the tsunami threat from this earthquake has now passed”, but authorities in Tonga issued further warnings.

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of Tonga’s main island.

A powerful magnitude-7.1 earthquake has rocked the Pacific island nation of Tonga, triggering a tsunami warning that has sent residents scrambling for safety. This seismic event underscores the importance of preparedness in the face of natural disasters.

A strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Tonga, a country in Polynesia made up of 171 islands with a population of a little more than 100,000 people.

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