Magnitude 7.7 EARTHQUAKE recorded in Pacific to east of Australia, tsunami alert issued for Fiji, other islands
ABC7 has compiled a list of items that are important to have in your earthquake kit so that you're prepared for "the big one."The U.S.
Geological Survey said the quake Friday was near the Loyalty Islands. It was 23 miles deep.The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a warning, saying waves up to 10 feet above tides were possible for Vanuatu.DEVELOPING: This story will be updated.
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