A M6.1 earthquake caused a long and strong shake felt widely across the North Island and Marlborough region. We received over 61k felt reports.

No tsunami is expected.

Remember, drop, cover hold in the event of aftershocks.

It’s a difficult time for the N. Island. Kia kaha ♥ pic.twitter.com/jVpXdaffjk

— GeoNet (@geonet) February 15, 2023
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