Powerful New Zealand earthquake sees South Island residents warned to stay away from coast - Magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck on Tuesday afternoon off southwest coast of Fiordland national park

A powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake has struck off New Zealand's coast near Riverton, sparking tsunami concerns across the nation, local authorities report. Wellington Region Emergency Management Office announced they are evaluating the potential for a tsunami to impact parts of New Zealand but have not confirmed any immediate threat.

The tremor– initially recorded at a 7.0 magnitude– hit at 2:43 pm local time (0143 GMT) at a depth of 10 kilometres (6.2 miles) off the southwest tip of the country’s South Island

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck New Zealand's South Island, prompting tsunami fears among residents. Stay informed on safety measures.- Watch Video on English Oneindia

On [insert date], a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 struck off the coast of Riverton, New Zealand, shaking the southwestern region of the South Island. This seismic event, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) beneath the ocean surface, serves as a reminder of the ongoing tectonic activity in this area.

A powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of New Zealand’s South Island on Tuesday, March 25.More than 4,700 people reported experiencing the earthquake.As per local media, the quake caused items to fall from shelves

The Riverton coast in New Zealand shook hard as a 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit the region early Tuesday., World News News - Times Now

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off New Zealand's South Island on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey said.

MFAT has accounted for all its staff in the area, and Kiwis in Myanmar and Thailand to let their families know they're OK.

WELLINGTON: A strong 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck off New Zealand's South Island on Tuesday (Mar 25), authorities said, prompting the country's disaster agency to warn residents to avoid coastal areas.