Seismic Tremors Shake New Zealand's Cook Strait

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake has hit Cook Strait, New Zealand, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 42 kilometers.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 05-10-2024 22:00 IST | Created: 05-10-2024 22:00 IST
Seismic Tremors Shake New Zealand's Cook Strait
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An earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale struck the Cook Strait area of New Zealand, confirmed the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre on Saturday.

The seismic activity was recorded at a depth of 42 kilometers, providing a moderate jolt to the surrounding regions.

Officials are assessing the impact and monitoring aftershocks that may follow the event.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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