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- A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck 140 km southwest of Tuatapere at 101 km depth.
- A tsunami warning has been issued; residents urged to avoid beaches and coastal waters.
- Southland residents reported strong shaking, with some evacuations in Invercargill.
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A powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the lower South Island of New Zealand at 2:43 PM on March 25, 2025. The earthquake occurred approximately 140 km southwest of Tuatapere at a depth of 33km.
Residents across Southland, including Invercargill, Queenstown, and Te Anau, reported strong shaking. In Invercargill, some people evacuated buildings as a precaution.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and GNS Science are currently assessing the situation. As a result, a tsunami warning has been issued for coastal areas.
"If a tsunami has been generated in this location, it is not likely to arrive in New Zealand for at least one hour," NEMA advised.
An emergency alert warned residents to avoid beaches and coastal waters. "Tsunami risk: Evacuations are not required, but potential danger near the coastline remains. No threat to land. Stay away from beaches and water. Strong and unusual currents may be experienced," the alert stated.
Authorities have indicated that significant damage is unlikely due to the earthquake's depth and offshore location. However, officials continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
For the latest updates, residents are encouraged to visit www.civildefence.govt.nz.