Tsunami warnings were issued to Tonga after the Pacific island was struck by a 7.1 magnitude earthquake but were later lifted. Evacuation orders are in place as residents brace for the second prong of the storm.

Tonga was rocked by an earthquake which initial reports suggested could cause hazardous waves on its coastline.

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake has caused slight damage in Tonga and brief evacuations before the threat of a tsunami passed