Tonga, tsunami and earthquake
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A strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Tonga, prompting an initial tsunami warning that was later lifted for the Pacific island country.
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The quake killed more than 3,000 people and injured thousands more, according to the ruling junta.
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The tremor comes just days after a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar killed more than 1,600 people and left hundreds missing.
TOKYO (AP) — A strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit near Tonga ... according to the Talanoa o Tonga news site. There were no initial reports of damage. Residents in the Ha’apai island group ...