Port Vila, Vanuatu - December 18, 2024 Vanuatu authorities have been mobilizing resources and coordinating with local authorities and international partners as rescue and relief operations continue in the aftermath of Tuesday's deadly magnitude-7.3 earthquake, a government worker said Thursday. In an interview with the China Global Television Network (CGTN) via video link from the capital Port Vila, John Regenvanu, who works at the Vanuatu Project Management Unit, gave an update on the latest situation and confirmed that at least 14 people, including two Chinese nationals, have tragically lost their lives, while over 200 individuals have sustained injuries. Following the quake, Regenvanu said the country's National Disaster Management Office has been coordinating efforts with local authorities and international partners, while the government has also declared a seven-day state of emergency and imposed a curfew in most affected areas to help facilitate rescue efforts. As emergency personnel race to find possible survivors who may be trapped beneath the rubble, Regenvanu also pointed to the ongoing difficulties hindering the ongoing rescue operation. Shotlist: Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 18, 2024: 1. Aerial shots of port, landslide; Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 19, 2024 2. SOUNDBITE (English) John Regenvanu, staff member, Vanuatu Project Management Unit (partially overlaid with shot 3): "My name is John Regenvanu. I am from Vanuatu and I am working at Vanuatu Project Management Unit. On December 17, 2024, a magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck near Port Vila, Vanuatu's capital. Tragically, at least 14 people have lost their lives, including two Chinese nationals, and over 200 individuals have sustained injuries. The quake caused significant structural damage, with numerous buildings collapsing, bridges falling and landslides occurring. Critical infrastructure, such as power, water and communication services, has been disrupted, complicating rescue and relief efforts."; [SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE] Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 18, 2024 3. Collapsed house, damaged vehicles; [SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE] Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 17-18, 2024 4. Aerial shots of excavators, rescuers working at site of collapsed building; 5. Rescuers using shovels to remove debris; 6. Various of medical workers treating injured victim at rescue site; 7. Rescuers, excavator working at site of collapsed building; Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 19, 2024 8. SOUNDBITE (English) John Regenvanu, staff member, Vanuatu Project Management Unit (starting with shots 5-7): "Rescue operations began immediately after the earthquake. Our National Disaster Management Office has coordinated efforts with local authorities and international partners. The government has declared a state of emergency and imposed a curfew in most affected areas to facilitate rescue efforts. International assistance has been sought, and teams from Australia and France are en route to support our operations. Rescue teams have been working tirelessly to locate and assist survivors. As of now, more than 200 injured individuals have received medical attention. Temporary medical facilities have been established to manage the influx of patients, especially since the hospital in Port Vila sustained damage."; Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 18, 2024 9. Various of traffic, landslide debris by road; Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 19, 2024 10. SOUNDBITE (English) John Regenvanu, staff member, Vanuatu Project Management Unit: "One of the significant challenges is the ongoing aftershocks, including a notable 6.1-magnitude tremor, which poses risks to both survivors and rescue personnel. Additional damage to infrastructure has led to power outages and water contamination, raising concerns about waterborne diseases. Efforts are underway to restore essential services and provide clean water to the affected population."; Port Vila, Vanuatu - Dec 18, 2024 11. Aerial shot of coast line. [Restriction - No access Chinese mainland]