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New Zealand: Earthquake: 2013/08/16 Country Information on DRR

Period 2013/08/16
Country or District New Zealand
Event Type Earthquake
Outline A magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck south of New Zealand's capital on 16 August 2013, sending panicked Wellington workers and residents into the streets, but caused little major damage.
Summary
Human Impact Physical Impact Others

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USGS Earthquake Hazard Program
Magnitude: 6.5 Date-Time: 2013-08-16 02:31:07 UTC 2013-08-16 14:31:07 UTC+12:00 at epicenter Location: 41.767°S 174.061°E Depth: 10.0km (6.2mi) Region: 29km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand