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The PTWC, Hawaii Tsunami Warning Center, issued a warning for tidal waves up to three meters high in the Pacific Ocean after a very strong 7.8-8.1 magnitude earthquake near Kermandek, a group of uninhabited inhabitants belonging to New Zealand. .
The PTWC said three meter high waves could hit Vanuatu Y New Caledonia.
Smaller waves can reach countries far from the epicenter, such as Japan, Russia, Mexico and the coasts of South America.
His principles New Zealand ordered the evacuation of the coastal areas of the North Island.
The earthquake, which had its epicenter about 1,000 kilometers away, did not appear to have caused any damage.
“Those close to the beach in the following areas should immediately climb the nearest hills or move inland as much as possible,” the national crisis management service said. «Do not stay in your homes!He warned.
Residents were alerted and workers and residents from areas like Northland and the Bay of Plenty were evacuated.
