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Solomons earthquake – no Auckland evacuations required

Published: Fri 9 Dec 2016 08:31 AM
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9 December 2016
7.45am
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Solomon Islands earthquake – no Auckland  evacuations required
Auckland Civil Defence and Emergency Management is monitoring the effect of a 7.7 magnitude earthquake which struck south east of the Solomon Islands this morning.
Currently no evacuation is required for the Auckland region.
A marine and beach threat has been issued, and the Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management has advised:
1. Stay out of the water (sea, rivers and estuaries, including boating activities)
2. Stay off beaches and shore areas
3. Do not go sightseeing
4. Share this information with family, neighbours and friends
5. Listen to the radio and/or TV for updates
6. Follow instructions of local civil defence authorities.
ENDS

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