Rescuers search damaged buildings in Vanuatu for anyone trapped after the 7.3 earthquake. Photo: Supplied / Vanuatu Police Force
There are warnings the death toll is likely to rise as rescue efforts continue in Vanuatu for people trapped in collapsed buildings.
The government confirmed yesterday at least 14 people had died, though a former Vanuatu prime minister said officials told him that had already risen to 19. Hundreds more were injured.
International military and emergency support was on the way, including from New Zealand.
But access was difficult with the international airport still closed for commercial flights.
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