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Magnitude 5.9 Quake Jolts New Zealand Coast
2 Aug
Summary
- A magnitude 5.9 earthquake occurred off New Zealand's North Island.
- The seismic event took place at a shallow depth of 10 km.
- The earthquake was registered on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 occurred off the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. The seismic event was reported on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026.
The German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) confirmed the earthquake's details. It was recorded at a relatively shallow depth of 10 kilometers, which is equivalent to approximately 6 miles below the surface. The agency provided this information, contributing to the understanding of the geological activity in the area.
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