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4.6 magnitude earthquake in Wellington

Welllington earthquake 30 July 2023 news
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A Magnitude 4.6 earthquake with moderate shaking has occurred in Wellington this evening.

It was felt widely throughout the region and GeoNet have received over 19,200 felt reports.

A GeoNet report issued after the quake said it took place at 10.41pm and was centred 10km south west of Paraparaumu at a depth of 40km.

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