US Geological Survey reports 6.8-magnitude underwater earthquake off Tonga

6.8-magnitude underwater quake off Tonga

NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga — A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the Pacific island nation of Tonga, sending panicked residents into the streets at night, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

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