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New Zealand: Earthquake: 2013/08/16
| 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