IMMEDIATE IMPACT:
- The majority of the damage from the earthquake occurred in Port Vila, Efate, with the main downtown area now closed to the public.
- Vila Central Hospital (VCH) has confirmed 14 deaths, while 8 survivors have been discharged from Vila Central Hospital
- Key infrastructure, including the Tagabe and Teouma bridges, sustained significant damage, with Tagabe bridge partially at risk, currently allowing only temporary access.
- Damage to Tagabe bridge, Teouma bridge and Blacksand bridge. Tagabe bridge has a high risk of collapse if heavy flow of water is experienced due to rainfall.