DHAKA: A magnitude-6.2 earthquake has struck northeast of the Vanuatu chain of islands, the US Geological Survey said.

The quake had a depth of 10 kilometres, it said, reports the abc.net.au.

Nearby cities to the impact zone include Isangel, Port-Vila, We, Luganville and Dumbea.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

BDST: 0943 HRS, DEC 19, 2015
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