#BREAKING: A tsunami warning has been issued for Queensland, NSW, Victoria and Tasmania, as well as Lord Howe, Norfolk and Macquarie Islands, following the eruption of a volcano near #Tonga. #9News
"The threat is for the marine environment for the east coast of Australia, and for land on Lord Howe Island and Norfolk Island," the Bureau of Meteorology said.
Residents there have been urged to move one kilometre inland, or go to an area at least 10m above sea level. #9News
MAP: The Bureau of Metereology says evacuations are not necessary for most of the East Coast, although people are advised to leave the water and move away from the immediate water's edge. #9News