6.3 Earthquake in Christchurch, Midday Tuesday, 22 February 2011: Warden Message from U.S. Consulate

 

There was a major earthquake near Christchurch this morning, 22 February 2011, at 12:51 pm.  From information gathered as of 1:36 pm, United States Consulate officials can add the following:

 

  • The quake registered at 6.3 was just five kilometres deep and was centered 10km south east of the city. The quake was reported to be felt as far away as Dunedin, Greymouth and Timaru.
  • Strong aftershocks are still being felt.

 

  • Details are not currently available on deaths or injuries.

 

  • Damage and interruption of phone service has been reported.

 

 

Please consult the New Zealand Civil Defense website, link just below, for further updates.  We will notify you with further information as it becomes available.  Please forward any special concerns you may have to us by return email.

 

http://www.civildefence.govt.nz/memwebsite.nsf

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