Are there tsunamis in New Caledonia?
Are there tsunamis in New Caledonia? A total of 12 tidal waves classified as a tsunami since 1875 have killed 25 people in New Caledonia. Compared to other countries, Tsunamis therefore occur rather rarely.
Is there a tsunami warning for the New Caledonia earthquake?
Tsunami warnings have been lifted following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck beneath the Pacific Ocean southeast of New Caledonia. The major quake was detected at a depth of 37km (23 miles), the US Geological Survey said on Friday, and countries across the Pacific issued alerts for the threat of tsunamis.
Can you swim in the ocean in New Caledonia?
In the island paradise of New Caledonia's capital Nouméa, it's illegal to swim in the sea — except along a 200-metre stretch of beach.