A number of people have reportedly died after an extremely powerful cyclone with winds up to 167mph hit the Vanuatu islands.
Category Five storm Cyclone Pam struck the South Pacific archipelago, threatening more than 267,000 residents who live on 65 of its islands.
The "once-in-a-lifetime" storm had moved off its expected track, changing course and putting populated areas directly in its path.
The eye was expected to hit or come close to the central island of Efate, home to the capital Port Vila, where 47,000 people live.
There were unconfirmed reports of deaths in the northeastern islands.
The Vanuatu Meteorological Services warned of "very destructive winds and very rough to phenomenal seas with heavy swells".
Authorities issued red alerts across Vanuatu, with residents warned to take shelter ahead of potential flooding and landslides.
David Gibson, acting director at the Vanuatu Meteorological Services, said: "As far as I can remember, this is the first Category Five cyclone to come very close to Vanuatu.
"This is obviously a once-in-a-lifetime experience for most of us."
Many Vanuatuans live in accommodation ill-equipped for such a barrage.
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Gallery: Red Alert In Vanuatu Ahead Of Cyclone Pam
A satellite image of Cyclone Pam. Pic: Japan Meteorological Agency
Pic: Japan Meteorological Agency
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