6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off New Zealand's South Island

The quake, occurring at a shallow depth near Riverton, caused no reported damage but prompted beach safety advisories due to potential strong currents and waves.

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit off the southern coast of New Zealand's South Island on March 25, 2025, at a depth of 21 kilometers.
The quake's initial magnitude was estimated at 6.8 but later revised to 6.7 by the US Geological Survey (USGS).
No significant damage or tsunami warnings have been reported, though thousands of residents felt the tremors.
The New Zealand National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) advised people to avoid beaches due to the risk of strong currents and waves.
New Zealand's location on the Pacific and Australian tectonic plate boundary makes it highly prone to earthquakes, recalling past events such as the devastating 2011 Christchurch disaster.

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