Cancellation of tsunami warning to Auckland
Auckland Civil Defence have been advised that there is no further tsunami risk to Auckland from that occurred at the
Kermadec Islands today at 7:03am. However, as a precaution, the Auckland Civil Defence is continuing to monitor the
situation.
* Wave activity around New Zealand is expected to continue but to decline in height over the next few hours.
* There is still a likelihood of strong currents in coastal areas.
* Beach areas should now be safe, however people should remain alert for unusual sea activity.
"Today was a timely reminder about the very real need that an emergency can happen at any time and everyone must be
prepared," said Auckland Civil Defence Controller Clive Manley.
ENDS
*Authorities will release further information as soon as it becomes available*
Earthquake details:
Location
Kermadec Islands
Origin time
1903Z 06 July 2011
NZ Origin time
0703 NZDT 7 July 2011
Co-ordinates
29.4 SOUTH 175.7 WEST
Depth
48 km
Magnitude *
7.8
* The above magnitude is provisional and may be adjusted as more seismic data becomes available.