We are advising people to:
· Move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, rivers and estuaries.
· Do not go to the coast to watch the unusual wave activity as there may be dangerous and unpredictable surges.
· Listen to local civil defence authorities and follow any instructions.
· Share this information with family, neighbours and friends.THIS IS A SEPARATE EARTHQUAKE TO TODAY'S HIKURANGI QUAKE AT 2:27AM