Powerful 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tonga, Tsunami Warning Issued

A tsunami warning has been issued after a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, a Pacific island nation, on Sunday. The earthquake, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, was reported by the US Geological Survey (USGS).

According to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the dangerous tsunami waves could affect coastal areas falling in 300 kilometers of the epicenter of the earthquake. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and urging residents to remain vigilant for further updates.

This earthquake is a part of a recent series of seismic activities in the region, underscoring the ongoing geological volatility of the South Pacific area, according to a report by TOI.