Earthquake OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z. (6.3 mw) (2025-07-07 12:53:42 UTC)
A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck on OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z., at 2025-07-07 12:53:42 UTC. Reviewed by EMSC seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mw and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.
Recommendation
Major Earthquake
Major Earthquake
Action
Violent shaking with widespread damage possible.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. After the initial shock, carefully evacuate the building. Outdoors: Stay in an open area. Expect aftershocks and potential hazards.
Magnitudo (mw)
6.3
Automatic
EMSC
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: emsc_20250707_0000148
Nearest Places
- Solander Trough / 33.92 km
- Puysegur Bank / 88.04 km
- Vancouver Rock / 114.59 km
- Daption Rocks / 115 km
- Alert Stack / 115.56 km
Comment
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Depth: 79.42 km
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Depth: 5.00 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)
Time:
Depth: 10.00 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)