A 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Vanuatu, in the South Pacific, triggers a tsunami warning

(Reuters) – A 6.8 magnitude quake struck off the coast of Port-Olry, Vanuatu, triggering a tsunami warning for nearby areas, authorities said.

The quake was 91 km deep and occurred about 19 km northwest of Port-Olry, according to the United States Geological Survey. The USGS had initially put the magnitude at 7.1 and the depth at 83.3 km.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said dangerous waves were possible for coasts located within 300 km of the epicenter.