A Strong Earthquake Rattles Central New Zealand
A strong earthquake 6.2 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
The quake was initially reported as 6.7M.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
That was a very widely felt earthquake. We hope you are all okay. More information soon. #eqnz
— GeoNet (@geonet) October 30, 2018
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm.
GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand following the 6.2 Magnitude 207 km deep earthquake south-west of Taumarunui. Remember to Drop Cover and Hold during any aftershocks. #eqnz
— MCDEM (@NZcivildefence) October 30, 2018
Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
Civil Defence have advised there is no tsunami...