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An earthquake of 6.5 magnitude jolts New Zealand's South Island
"An Emergency Mobile Alert has been issued for the bottom of the South Island. Evacuations are NOT required but there is potential danger near the shoreline. We are asking people to stay away from the beach and water. Strong and unusual currents may be experienced."
6.5 magnitude earthquake hits New Zealand
A massive earthquake of magnitude 6.5 jolted New Zealand on the early hours of Tuesday, 25th March, according to the National Centre for Seismology.
NCS shared the details on the earthquake through a post on X. NCS noted that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres off the West Coast of South Island of New Zealand.
EQ of M: 6.5, On: 25/03/2025 07:13:11 IST, Lat: 46.78 S, Long: 166.28 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Off W. Coast of South Island New Zealand.
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