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.

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