Oceania

Tuvalu and the Ellice Islands were once a single British colony in the Pacific Ocean. In 1976, the Ellice Islands gained independence from Britain and became the separate nation of Tuvalu. Tuvalu is located in the Pacific Ocean, approximately midway between Hawaii and Australia.

No, there are no active volcanoes on Kiribati. Kiribati is an island nation in the Pacific Ocean that consists of mainly low-lying atolls and islands. The last known volcanic activity in the region occurred millions of years ago.

Plateaus and flatlands in some Western,Central and Northern division. Mostly mountaneous in the Naitasiri Province and the Navosa Highlands. ROugh mountains,rich in minerals in the Northern Division. Outlaying islands are mostly volcanic, atolls and sandy with hills.

Fiji's ecosystems include rainforests, coral reefs, mangrove swamps, and seagrass beds. These diverse ecosystems support a wide variety of flora and fauna, making Fiji a hotspot of biodiversity. The protection and conservation of these ecosystems are crucial for the sustainability of the country's natural environment.

Kiribati has not experienced any major tsunamis in recent history. The low-lying nature of the islands makes them vulnerable to tsunamis, but there is no record of a significant tsunami hitting Kiribati.

Guam was a Spanish colony from 1565 until 1898 and was governed from the Philippines by the Spanish but was not a part of the Philippine Islands, it is in fact the largest of the Mariana Islands.

Following the Spanish-American war the United States took control of Guam as part of the Treaty of Paris. Guam is today a territory of the United States with a locally elected governor.

Yes, Tuvalu is sinking beneath the water surface. However, it is not literally sinking, it is the sea level rising that causes it to 'sink', due to global warming and the melting of the polar ice caps.

Tuvalu is made up of nine islands, eight of which are inhabited. Tuvalu, means "eight standing together".

Guam is 15 hrs. ahead of New York State from November to March and 14 hrs. ahead the rest of the year.

For direct flights, about 13 hours flying time to Phoenix, AZ. This is time 'in the air' and excludes ground activities.

To prevent flooding in Tuvalu, measures such as building sea walls, planting mangroves to act as natural barriers, and improving drainage systems are being implemented. Additionally, raising awareness about climate change and its impact on sea levels is crucial to address the root cause of the issue. International partnerships and funding are also key in supporting Tuvalu's efforts to mitigate flooding.

The Cook Islands weather is typically tropical. Summer is hotter and more humid with a higher rainfall and the risk of tropical storms and sometimes cyclones (hurricanes). Winter is cooler and drier. Aitutaki and the northern islands are noticeably warmer than the capital island, Rarotonga, which accumulates cloud around its mountain peaks. Mangaia in the south is the coolest island; Penrhyn and Rakahanga in the North are the hottest as they're closer to the equator (typically 5-7 degrees celcius warmer than Rarotonga).

No. Fiji is in the south of the Pacific Ocean and a long way from Africa.

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Fiji is an Island on its own just like Hawaii and Cook Islands, located in the Pacific to the east of Australia.

The typhoon season in Tahiti typically runs from November to April, with peak activity usually occurring between January and March. It's important to stay updated on weather forecasts and follow any alerts or warnings during this time.

Tahiti is part of French polynesia in the south Pacific ocean, and so is technically part of France.

The nearest other countries are New Zealand and the United States. The North Island of New Zealand and the Big Island of Hawaii are each about 2,600 miles away.

Polynesia is a large region in the Pacific Ocean consisting of over a thousand islands. The latitude of Polynesia generally ranges from 10° to 30° south, and the longitude ranges from 130° to 170° west. Specific coordinates will depend on the exact location within Polynesia.

Yes cyclone martin killed 28 people and over 50 were injured this was one of the locals as they described the terrifying day: "Housing was flattened, public facilities destroyed, crushed coral roads washed-out, and virtually all of the off-shore accommodation and equipment relating to the lagoon pearl-fishing industry was destroyed.

Australasia is usually another term for the region of Oceania. It includes Australia, New Zealand, the island of New Guinea, and outlying Pacific Islands.

9/10ths of the iceberg is typically underwater.

Annual rainfall in Oceania varies greatly among different regions. In general, areas like the eastern coast of Australia and New Zealand receive higher rainfall, while central Australia and parts of the Pacific Islands can be quite dry. Specific rainfall amounts depend on the location and prevailing weather patterns.

Some of the landforms in Fiji include volcanic mountains, lush rainforests, coral reefs, white sandy beaches, and clear blue lagoons. The main islands are characterized by rugged coastlines, with a mix of volcanic peaks and fertile plains. Fiji's diverse geography provides a range of natural attractions for visitors to enjoy.

Wellington,New Zealand is one of them.The other two Im not sure.

There is no record of an active volcano on Catalina Island, California. The island is primarily made up of sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, and there is no evidence of volcanic activity in its geological history.