The role of fish and fisheries in recovering from natural hazards: Lessons learned from Vanuatu

•Both Tropical Cyclone Pam and El-Niño induced drought had severe impacts.•Terrestrial farming systems experienced both acute and prolonged impact.•Coastal fish had humanitarian value and played a crucial role in coping.•Flexible open/closed fisheries management assisted in recovery.•Human and social capital for fisheries skills and management can build resilience.