Oceania Earthquakes News Monitoring

Tonga rattled by 6.2 quake, no tsunami threat

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck south of Tonga’s main islands, with no tsunami warning issued. The quake occurred around 200 km south of Tongatapu and ʻEua just close to midnight at a depth of 70 km. Pesa Kuila from the Tonga Meteorological Centre …

Research shows Tonga's Maka Lahi boulder's journey

Photo: Supplied New research theorises that Tonga's Maka Lahi boulder was moved more than 200 metres inland by a tsunami around 7,000 years ago. Maka Lahi, meaning "Big Rock", is a limestone boulder measuring 6.7 metres tall and 14 metres …

Team Vanuatu waits for state funding ahead of Palau Mini Games

Vanuatu women's beach volleyball team against Fiji at the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Photo: Facebook / VASANOC Team Vanuatu's preparations for the Palau Mini Games is yet to receive their government's support, the …

6.0-magnitude quake hits Tonga

SUVA, May 25 (Xinhua) -- A 6.0-magnitude earthquake jolted 178 km SSW of 'Ohonua, Tonga at 23:49 local time on Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. The epicenter, with a depth of 11.6 …

Very strong mag. 6.1 earthquake - 201 km south of Nuku'alofa, Tongatapu, Tonga, on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at 11:49 pm (...

World Earthquake Report for Sunday, 25 May 2025

Previous news Sun, 25 May 2025, 05:50 Sun, 25 May 2025, 05:45 We are receiving unverified early reports of ground shaking possibly caused by seismic activity in or near Santa Clarita, California, USA on 25 May 2025 (GMT) at approximately 05:38 GMT. ... …

Vanuatu Tourism Enforces Unity & Resilient Message At The South Pacific Tourism Exchange

Vanuatu proudly participated at the South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) held in Nadi, on the 9th and 10th of May 2025.  SPTE is the biggest regional Pacific tourism trade show, organized by the Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO). SPTE brings together …

World’s Largest Cliff-Top Boulder Provides Evidence of Ancient Tsunami in Tonga

Locally known as Maka Lahi, meaning ‘Big Rock,’ this boulder was moved more than 200 m inland by a tsunami around 7,000 years ago. The limestone boulder Maka Lahi. Image credit: Köhler et al., doi: 10.1016/j.margeo.2025.107567. The Maka Lahi boulder …

Australia and Vanuatu cement ties with new aid, Climate action and…

Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong have reaffirmed a growing bilateral partnership in Port Vila Thursday, outlining new cooperation on disaster recovery, climate action, labour mobility and trade. Napat said the …

President Lai meets delegation from European Parliament

TAIWAN, May 27 - Details 2025-05-27 President Lai meets and hosts luncheon for delegation led by Governor Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero of Guam On the morning of May 27, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Governor Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero of …

President Lai meets and hosts luncheon for delegation led by Governor Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero of Guam

TAIWAN, May 27 - Details 2025-05-27 President Lai meets delegation from European Parliament On the morning of May 27, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the European Parliament. In remarks, President Lai thanked the European Parliament for …

Real cost of disasters is 10 times higher than previously thought, says UN

That’s according to a report released Tuesday by the UN’s disaster risk reduction agency, UNDRR. While current estimates suggest the global economic impact of natural emergencies – such as earthquakes, landslides and floods – amounts to around $200 billion …

10 fastest growing cities in the world (2025 population trends)

With a current population slightly above 8.2 billion, the world keeps growing. According to the United Nations, the population will continue growing for the next 50 to 60 years, peaking at approximately 10.3 billion by the mid-2080s. Also, the United …

Pacific-led emergency team gains World Health Organization status

The Pasifika Medical Association’s (PMA) emergency team has received international recognition from the World Health Organization (WHO) as a verified Type 1 Mobile Emergency Medical Team. The certification, confirmed last week, means the Pasifika Medical …

Catch These Must-See Films in Moreton Bay 29 May to 2 June

Whether you’re planning a family outing, a date night, or just catching a solo screening, cinemas across Moreton Bay have something special for everyone this week. From kids’ favourites to musical tributes and heartfelt documentaries, here’s what’s showing …

UN warns Japan over nuclear wastewater release

The nuclear wastewater is stored in three types of facilities at the Fukushima plant. Here are two varieties of above-ground water tanks seen at the back, as staff work in an underground storage pool.(Source : Pacific Media Network) The United Nations …

SPTE 2025 Media Session Sets the Stage for a New Chapter in Pacific Tourism

Tourism in the Pacific continues to evolve and adapt in a post-COVID world, as regional destinations redefine what it means to travel with purpose, authenticity, and sustainability. This year, the South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) 2025 kicked off with …

Rugby World Cup 1995 | The year of Braveheart, OJ Simpson, Gangsta's Paradise and the mighty Springboks

When the world’s rugby powers gathered in South Arica 30 years ago for the Rugby World Cup, the soundtrack was Coolie’s Gangsta’s Paradise while OJ Simpson’s flee from justice was one of the first “crimes” captured on television. The American football star …

Pacific news in brief for 27 May

Photo: 123RF Tonga - dengue Dengue fever cases in Tonga have reached 793, as of an update on Monday. Tonga's Ministry of Health said 417 of the cases are from Tongatapu and 310 from Vava'u. Three people were in Vaiola hospital in stable condition. …

Ai Driven IMPACT award for Mould investigations at 76 years young

Career-ending Lifetime award in 2012 and brought back to life in 2025 at 76 using Ai LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Charlton Honoured with Prestigious Industry Impact Award – A Lifetime of Achievement Reinvented …

APA Members Gain Early Access to AI Zoning Assistant with Free Trial Offer

Free Trial + 50% Off ZoningTrilogy.com — Now Smarter, Faster, and Personal TORONTO, CANADA, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The planning industry’s only online zoning reference evolves again—this time with Rosetta Zone, our intuitive AI zoning …

FEMA Offers Assistance for Survivors of May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is offering a wide variety of help to people affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17 in Kentucky. Every homeowner or renter who suffered damage or loss is encouraged to apply.  FEMA can provide …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Laurel County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Laurel County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. The new Disaster …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Pulaski County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Pulaski County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. The new Disaster …

Today is the Last Day To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Meade County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Meade County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

Above-Normal 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Predicts 13 To 19 Named Storms, 6 To 10 Hurricanes

Trusted Leader In Hurricane Protection Solutions Says South Florida Homeowners Should Be Prepared Prior to Season Start June 1 WEST PALM BEACH,, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida continues to recover from last year …

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the April 2-22 Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA ...

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in 16 counties who sustained damage from the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 2-22. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Oklahoma Survivors Affected by the March Wildfires and Straight-line Winds Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

OKLAHOMA CITY – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Oklahoma homeowners and renters in seven counties who sustained damage from the wildfires and straight-line winds that occurred March 14-21. Financial assistance is available to …

South Texas Survivors Affected by the March 26-28 Severe Storms and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

AUSTIN – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for South Texas homeowners and renters in four counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and flooding that occurred March 26-28. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Nelson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Nelson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is supporting recovery efforts for multiple disasters in Kentucky, including a new major disaster that was just declared on May 23, for severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. How To Apply for FEMA …

Express Restoration Now Offers Professional Equipment Rentals in Edmond, OK

Express Restoration Launches Equipment Rental Services in Edmond, OK EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Express Restoration is proud to announce the launch of its professional equipment rental services, now available to …

South Carolina Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden) with the S.C. …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and wildfires on March 14-15, 2025. The President’ …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Texas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Texas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from March 26–28, 2025. The President’s action makes federal funding …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm and straight-line winds from March 18-19, 2025. Public Assistance federal …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 30 – April 8, 2025. Public …