A major, 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck in the South Pacific Ocean on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake prompted a brief “Tsunami Threat” for Tonga.

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — A 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit near Tonga early Monday morning, causing slight damage and brief evacuations before the threat of a tsunami hitting the Pacific island ...

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Tonga early Monday morning, prompting a tsunami warning that has since been lifted. The U.S. Geological Survey said that the earthquake hit about ...

A strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Tonga, prompting an initial tsunami warning that was later lifted for the Pacific island country. The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake hit about 100 ...

Tsunami warning issued after strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hits near Pacific island country of Tonga TOKYO -- Tsunami warning issued after strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hits near Pacific ...

An urgent tsunami warning has been issued for the Pacific Island of Tonga after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck nearby. The US Geological Survey said the tremor hit around 62 miles northeast of ...

The US Tsunami Warning Centre says the threat of a tsunami has passed following a magnitude-7.1 earthquake off the coast of Tonga. There is no threat to the Australian mainland, according to the ...

A strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Tonga, prompting a tsunami warning for the Pacific island country. Related video above: How to keep an eye on natural disasters The U.S. Geological Survey ...